The Italian/Northanger Abbey

by Deborah Rogers (Editor), Jane Austen, Ann Radcliffe

These two examples of Gothic literature, The Italian, by Ann Radcliffe and Northanger Abbey, by Jane Austen, are each acknowledged classics in their own right, but as presented here they offer a rare insight into women's literature--and lives--in the 19th century.

Genres: Fiction, Classics

688 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published October 1, 1995

Reviews

[CheshRCat]

Um. Northanger Abbey isn't a gothic novel.

[Sara · Rating 4 out of 5]

A really interesting duo-read, putting Northanger Abbey into context as a satirical comment on the popular Gothic novels of her time. Best to read the Introduction after the two novels to avoid the spoilers within.