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Title:
The Castle of Ehrenstein
Its Lords Spiritual and Temporal; Its Inhabitants Earthly and Unearthly
Note: Reading ease score: 69.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Charles Bowen from page scans provided by
Google Books (the Bavarian State Library)
Summary: "The Castle of Ehrenstein" by G. P. R. James is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story is set within a dark, atmospheric castle and introduces young Ferdinand of Altenburg, who is engaged in a series of mysterious and supernatural events intertwined with his burgeoning love for the noble Adelaide of Ehrenstein. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of ancient legends and ominous portents, suggesting a complex interplay between fate, love, and the spectral past. At the start of the book, the setting is established during a violent storm, enhancing the castle's foreboding atmosphere. The protagonist, Ferdinand, stealthily navigates the castle's dark corridors, revealing his serious intentions and deepening sense of purpose. This exploration leads him to encounter remnants of the castle's haunted history, evoking both dread and intrigue. Following this eerie beginning, Ferdinand later seeks the counsel of Father George and expresses both his fears and hopes about his feelings for Adelaide. The tension between love and societal constraints is introduced, setting the stage for a classic tale of romance where supernatural elements may affect mortal affairs. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: James, G. P. R. (George Payne Rainsford), 1801?-1860
EBook No.: 50325
Published: Oct 27, 2015
Downloads: 94
Language: English
Subject: Germany -- Fiction
Subject: Gothic fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
The Castle of Ehrenstein
Its Lords Spiritual and Temporal; Its Inhabitants Earthly and Unearthly
Note: Reading ease score: 69.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Charles Bowen from page scans provided by
Google Books (the Bavarian State Library)
Summary: "The Castle of Ehrenstein" by G. P. R. James is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story is set within a dark, atmospheric castle and introduces young Ferdinand of Altenburg, who is engaged in a series of mysterious and supernatural events intertwined with his burgeoning love for the noble Adelaide of Ehrenstein. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of ancient legends and ominous portents, suggesting a complex interplay between fate, love, and the spectral past. At the start of the book, the setting is established during a violent storm, enhancing the castle's foreboding atmosphere. The protagonist, Ferdinand, stealthily navigates the castle's dark corridors, revealing his serious intentions and deepening sense of purpose. This exploration leads him to encounter remnants of the castle's haunted history, evoking both dread and intrigue. Following this eerie beginning, Ferdinand later seeks the counsel of Father George and expresses both his fears and hopes about his feelings for Adelaide. The tension between love and societal constraints is introduced, setting the stage for a classic tale of romance where supernatural elements may affect mortal affairs. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: James, G. P. R. (George Payne Rainsford), 1801?-1860
EBook No.: 50325
Published: Oct 27, 2015
Downloads: 94
Language: English
Subject: Germany -- Fiction
Subject: Gothic fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.