Carmilla: A Quick Read edition
Feb 2024 · Quick Read
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This Quick Read edition includes both the full text and a summary for each chapter.
- Reading time of the complete text: about 3 hours
- Reading time of the summarized text: 14 minutes
The book is about the novella "Carmilla" by Sheridan Le Fanu, which is a prototypical example of the lesbian vampire genre. The story is narrated by Laura, a teenage girl who lives with her father in a castle in Styria. Laura's father receives a letter from his friend, General Spielsdorf, informing him of the mysterious death of his niece, Bertha Rheinfeldt. Laura and the General investigate the matter and encounter a beautiful young woman named Carmilla, who is revealed to be a vampire. The story explores themes of female empowerment, dualism, and sexuality. "Carmilla" has inspired numerous adaptations in various media, including literature, music, film, and television. The novella has been re-imagined, retold, and referenced in many works of fiction. The character of Carmilla has become an iconic figure in popular culture.
This Quick Read edition includes both the full text and a summary for each chapter.
- Reading time of the complete text: about 3 hours
- Reading time of the summarized text: 14 minutes
The book is about the novella "Carmilla" by Sheridan Le Fanu, which is a prototypical example of the lesbian vampire genre. The story is narrated by Laura, a teenage girl who lives with her father in a castle in Styria. Laura's father receives a letter from his friend, General Spielsdorf, informing him of the mysterious death of his niece, Bertha Rheinfeldt. Laura and the General investigate the matter and encounter a beautiful young woman named Carmilla, who is revealed to be a vampire. The story explores themes of female empowerment, dualism, and sexuality. "Carmilla" has inspired numerous adaptations in various media, including literature, music, film, and television. The novella has been re-imagined, retold, and referenced in many works of fiction. The character of Carmilla has become an iconic figure in popular culture.
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