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The Phantom of the Opera

By Gaston Leroux
Series: Haunted Library Horror Classics
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The Phantom of the Opera by Gaston Leroux is a tale set in the Paris Opera House, where a mysterious, masked figure resides within the building's depths. The story revolves around the enigmatic 'Phantom,' whose obsession with the talented young singer Christine Daaé leads to a series of dramatic and eerie events. Amidst this haunting romance, the novel explores themes of love, tragedy, and the nature of beauty.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy a blend of mystery, romance, and gothic atmosphere. Set in the opulent Paris Opera House, the story weaves a compelling tale of unrequited love and obsession, filled with haunting intrigue and theatrical drama. Fans of tales with complex characters and lush descriptions of early twentieth-century Paris will find it particularly captivating.

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A reissue of the classic gothic novel that inspired the award-winning musical.

The Phantom of the Opera is the first in the Haunted Library Horror Classics series presented by the Horror Writers Association. This is an unabridged edition of the novel that inspired the famous Andrew Lloyd Webber musical.

Deep beneath the Paris Opera House, a masked man lives in silence...

Every night at the Palais Garnier, hundreds of guests sit on the edge of velvet-covered seats, waiting for prima donna La Carlotta to take the stage. But when her voice fails her, La Carlotta is replaced with unknown understudy Christine Daae, a young soprano whose vibrant singing fills every corner of the house and wins her a slew of admirers, including an old childhood friend who soon professes his love for her. But unknown to Christine is another man, who lurks out of sight behind the heavy curtains of the opera, who can move about the building undetected, who will do anything to make sure Christine will keep singing just for him...

This curated edition of The Phantom of the Opera, based on the original 1911 English translation by Alexander Teixeira de Mattos, brings an iconic story of love and obsession to today's readers and illuminates the timeless appeal of Leroux's masterpiece.

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The Phantom of the Opera is lauded as a powerful Gothic romance and holds a significant place in classic literature. Critics commend its compelling narrative and well-drawn characters, noting its impact in the horror genre, making it a must-have on your bookshelf.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781492699682

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 February 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Poisoned Pen Press

Contributors:

  • Edited by Leslie S. Klinger
  • Introduction by Nancy Holder

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 330g

Pages: 304

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About the Author

Gaston Louis Alfred Leroux (May 1868-Apr. 1927) was born in Paris, France to a respected and moderately well-to-do family. He turned to writing and became a theatre critic and, later, a highly-respected international newspaper correspondent. In 1907 Leroux suddenly and without explanation quit journalism and began writing fiction, prolifically penning thirty-seven novels and a number of short stories. Leroux's most famous individual work, The Phantom of the Opera, was serialized in 1909 through 1910, and would go on to become one of the most recognized titles in the genre of horror writing.

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