The Monk: A Romance by M. G. Lewis

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By Betty Howard Posted on Jan 9, 2026
In Category - Folktales
Lewis, M. G. (Matthew Gregory), 1775-1818 Lewis, M. G. (Matthew Gregory), 1775-1818
English
"The Monk: A Romance" by M. G. Lewis is a Gothic novel published in 1796. It follows Ambrosio, a virtuous monk who succumbs to forbidden desires when a mysterious figure infiltrates his monastery. His fall from grace spirals into a dark tale of lust, murder, and demonic pacts. Scandalous for its sexually explicit content and themes of rape and ince...
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Jackson Walker
1 week ago

I decided to give this a chance and the content strikes a great balance between detail and readability. It is definitely a 5-star read from me.

Dorothy Green
5 months ago

This caught my eye instantly and it manages to explain difficult concepts in plain English. I couldn't put it down until the very end.

Thomas Nelson
4 months ago

It took me a while to start, but the structure supports both quick reading and deep study. Time very well spent.

Brian Nelson
3 months ago

I didn't expect much, but the examples used throughout the text are practical and relevant. Highly recommended for everyone.

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