Vathek: An Arabian Tale by William Beckford

Vathek: An Arabian Tale

William Beckford

116 pages • first pub 1786 (editions) user-added

fiction classics horror dark mysterious medium-paced

Description

The young Caliph Vathek's hedonism is matched only by his insatiable lust for forbidden knowledge. When a hideous and strange traveller arrives bearing occult artifacts beyond mortal comprehension, the prince tumbles down a path of ruin to uncover...

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Community Reviews Summary of 159 reviews

Moods

dark 80%
mysterious 52%
adventurous 32%
challenging 24%
reflective 20%
tense 16%
funny 8%
emotional 4%
lighthearted 4%

Pace

slow 44%
medium 32%
fast 24%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 58% | Character: 23% | A mix: 17%

Strong character development?

No: 76% | It's complicated: 17% | Yes: 5%

Loveable characters?

No: 83% | It's complicated: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 43% | Yes: 43% | It's complicated: 12%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 88% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

2.71

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