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 […]

Ethelinda

Ethelinda: Or, the Fair Maid of the Inn. An Interesting Tale Author: UnknownPublisher: Ann Lemoine and J. RoePublication Year: 1812Language: EnglishBook Dimensions: […]

The Witch of Ravensworth

This image is of the title page of volume one of The Witch of Ravensworth. It includes the full title in large font, the author, the volume number, and the publishing information. The title is underlined in pencil.

The Witch of Ravensworth: A Romance Author: George BrewerPublisher: J. F. HughesPublication Year: 1808Language: EnglishBook Dimensions: 2 volumes, each 10.5cm x 16.5cmPages: […]

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 […]

The Castle Spectre; or, Family Horrors

Author: Sarah Scudgell Wilkinson; Publication: 1807

Set in Scotland, England, and Italy, this chapbook is a complicated tale of vengeance, violence, and long-lost love. And there’s a ghost!

The Twin Sisters

The Twin Sisters; or, Two Girls of Nineteen: Being the Interesting Adventures of Sophia and Charlotte Melford. An Affecting Narrative Author: UnknownPublisher: […]

The Mystic Tower

Author: Unknown; Publication: 1800

This shilling-shocker, set during the Holy Wars, tells a tale of romance, murder, terror, and mystery.

The Recluse of the Woods

Author: Unknown; Publication: 1809

In this chapbook set in the county of Sussex and featuring royalty and forbidden love, one intriguing romance revolves around an Earl’s daughter and a mysterious man’s son who live alone in the woods.

Parental Murder

Author: Unknown; Publication: 1807

Set in the Italian countryside, this chapbook sees seemingly supernatural justice dealt after a deceitful and power-hungry prince murders his father, usurps the throne, and abducts his brother’s lover.