The Poor Clare

by Elizabeth Gaskell

Overview

Set in Victorian England, Gaskell's gothic masterpiece weaves the tale of a lonely old woman whose curse upon the murderer of her cherished dog unleashes unintended consequences. The impulse of revenge is turned to contrition after the discovery of an unexpected connection between her and the accursed. Through Ireland to Yorkshire and finally London, a young lawyer discovers a beautiful young woman mysteriously followed by her own demonic doppelganger, and sets out to learn if the curse can be broken.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781776599752
Publisher:	The Floating Press
Publication date:	04/01/2016
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	189 KB

About the Author

Elizabeth Gaskell, 1810-1865, produced no less than 46 written works during her lifetime, including novels, short stories, and non-fiction. Some of her more famous works are North and South and Cranford.

Editorial Reviews

"There's maximum drama and twists packed into the narrative, and it's pleasantly creepy in a cozy, midwinter way."
—The Paris Review

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