Publisher's Synopsis
Satan Absolved: A Victorian Mystery is a novel written by Wilfrid Scawen Blunt and published in 1899. The book is set in Victorian England and follows the story of a man named Julian who becomes obsessed with the idea of Satan and the demonic. He begins to have strange visions and experiences that lead him to believe that he is being possessed by the devil himself.As the story unfolds, Julian's behavior becomes increasingly erratic and he begins to draw the attention of the authorities. He is eventually arrested and put on trial for his bizarre and disturbing actions. The trial becomes a sensation and attracts the attention of the media and the public.Throughout the book, Blunt explores themes of religion, morality, and the supernatural. He also delves into the social and cultural norms of Victorian England and the tensions that existed between different classes and groups in society.Satan Absolved: A Victorian Mystery is a complex and thought-provoking novel that challenges readers to question their beliefs about good and evil, sanity and madness, and the nature of reality itself. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Victorian literature, Gothic fiction, or the history of the occult.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
