Publisher's Synopsis
""The Old English Baron"" is a Gothic novel written by Clara Reeve. It was first published in 1777 and is considered one of the earliest examples of the Gothic genre. The story is set in the late 16th century and follows the life of Sir Philip Harclay, who inherits his father's estate and title after his death. However, he soon discovers that his inheritance is haunted by the ghost of his father's former friend, Sir Walter Lovel. Sir Philip becomes determined to uncover the truth behind Sir Walter's death and the mysterious events surrounding his inheritance. Along the way, he must navigate the deceitful actions of those around him, including his own family, and confront his own inner demons. ""The Old English Baron"" is a classic tale of suspense, mystery, and the supernatural, and is a must-read for fans of Gothic literature.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.
