The Castle of Otranto
Horace Walpole · 1764 · Novel
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Established the Gothic novel, introducing elements like ancient curses, haunted castles, tyrannical villains, and damsels in distress, laying the groundwork for horror as a genre.
What it is
A tyrannical prince attempts to secure his lineage, but his plans are thwarted by supernatural events and a prophecy, leading to tragedy within his ancient castle.
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