The Mysterious Bride
The Mysterious Bride, or The Statue Spectre Author: Unknown Publisher: T. HughesPublication Year: c. 1800–1802Language: EnglishBook Dimensions: 10.5cm x 17.5cmPages: 36 University […]
A Tale of Mystery: Or, the Castle of Solitude
A Tale of Mystery: Or, the Castle of Solitude. Containing the Dreadful Imprisonment of Count L. And the Countess Harmina, His Lady […]
Eliza: Or the Unhappy Nun
Eliza: Or the Unhappy Nun: Exemplifying the Unlimited Tyranny Exercised by the Abbots and Abbesses Over the Ill-fated Victims of Their Malice […]
The Fiery Castle
The Fiery Castle, or, Sorcerer Vanquished: A Romance: Relating the Wonderful Adventures of a Female Knight, in Which Is Described Her Attack […]
Stories of the Ship
Author: Unknown; Publication: 1807
A collection of stories related to the sea and sailors, this chapbook includes humorous anecdotes as well as adventurous tales of heroic resilience.
The Last Man. A Romance in Futurity.
Author: Jean-Baptiste-François-Xavier Cousin de Grainville; Publication: 1806
In this novel, embark on a journey with the last inhabitants of the world as they navigate around the universe’s impending destruction.
Don Algonah
Author: Unknown; Publication: 1802
This chapbook—which was republished multiple times—features a tale of adventure, magic, violence, and a quest for forbidden love, all taking place in Madrid, Spain.
The Magician, or the Mystical Adventures of Seraphina
Author: Unknown; Publication: 1804
Sometimes published with “Arabian Lovers,” this chapbook centers on a girl who must resist a man who claims to be her promised husband.
Manfredi; or, The Mysterious Hermit
Author: Unknown; Publication: c. 1790s
A plagiarism of Sarah Lansdell’s “Manfredi, Baron St. Osmund,” this chapbook features romance, betrayal, and an Italian hermit who is more courageous and honorable than he seems.
