Publisher's Synopsis
The Room In The Dragon Volant is a thrilling novel by J. Sheridan Le Fanu, first published in 1872. The story is set in 1820s France and follows the adventures of a young Englishman named Richard Beckett. Beckett travels to France in search of adventure and finds himself drawn into a web of intrigue and danger when he becomes the guest of a mysterious nobleman, the Marquis de la Tour d'Azyr.As Beckett explores the Marquis's estate, he discovers a hidden room in the Dragon Volant inn, which is said to be haunted by the ghost of a beautiful woman. He also becomes enamored with the Marquis's beautiful and enigmatic niece, Mademoiselle de la Tour d'Azyr. But as Beckett delves deeper into the secrets of the Marquis's family and the haunted room, he begins to realize that he may be in grave danger.The Room In The Dragon Volant is a classic Gothic tale full of suspense, romance, and mystery. Le Fanu's vivid descriptions of the French countryside, the eerie atmosphere of the Dragon Volant inn, and the secrets of the Marquis's family make for a haunting and unforgettable read. This book is a must-read for fans of Gothic literature and anyone who loves a good mystery.I had received one of those unacknowledged shocks which startle us, when, fancying ourselves perfectly alone, we discover on a sudden that our antics have been watched by a spectator, almost at our elbow. In this case the effect was enhanced by the extreme repulsiveness of the face, and, I may add, its proximity, for, as I think, it almost touched mine.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.
