170 pages • first pub 1786 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Digital
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Beckford's Gothic novel, Vathek, an Arabian tale, was originally written in French when the author was 21. It is the story of Caliph Vathek, whose eye can kill at a glance, who makes a pact with the Devil, Eblis.
Community Reviews Summary of 93 reviews
Moods
mysterious 42%
challenging 35%
adventurous 21%
funny 14%
reflective 14%
lighthearted 7%
tense 7%
Pace
medium 21%
fast 7%
Plot- or character-driven?
Plot: 70% | Character: 20% | A mix: 10%Strong character development?
No: 72% | It's complicated: 27%Loveable characters?
No: 90% | It's complicated: 9%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 50% | Yes: 30% | It's complicated: 20%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 10%Average rating
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Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Slavery, Violence, Bullying
170 pages • first pub 1786 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Digital
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Beckford's Gothic novel, Vathek, an Arabian tale, was originally written in French when the author was 21. It is the story of Caliph Vathek, whose eye can kill at a glance, who makes a pact with the Devil, Eblis.
Community Reviews Summary of 93 reviews
Moods
mysterious 42%
challenging 35%
adventurous 21%
funny 14%
reflective 14%
lighthearted 7%
tense 7%
Pace
medium 21%
fast 7%
Plot- or character-driven?
Plot: 70% | Character: 20% | A mix: 10%Strong character development?
No: 72% | It's complicated: 27%Loveable characters?
No: 90% | It's complicated: 9%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 50% | Yes: 30% | It's complicated: 20%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 10%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Slavery, Violence, Bullying