The Phantom of the Opera

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Gothic romance meets haunting operatic mystery.

If you're drawn to classic tales that blend romance with a hint of the supernatural, "The Phantom of the Opera" could be a mesmerizing addition to your library. Gaston Leroux crafts a symphony of passion and fear, orchestrating a complex story of love and obsession that’s as atmospheric as it is thrilling. The layers of this drama unfold in the mysterious underbelly of Paris's famed opera house, where you'll find yourself compelled by the plight of the disfigured genius who lurks in its shadows.

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The Phantom of the Opera

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ISBN: 9780060809249
Authors: Gaston Leroux
Publisher: Harper Perennial
Date of Publication: 1987-12-30
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.96
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First published in French as a serial in 1909, The Phantom of the Opera is a riveting story that revolves around the young, Swedish Christine Daaé. Her father, a famous musician, dies, and she is raised in the Paris Opera House with his dying promise of a protective angel of music to guide her. After a time at the opera house, she begins hearing a voice, who eventually teaches her how to sing beautifully. All goes well until Christine's childhood friend Raoul comes to visit his parents, who are patrons of the opera, and he sees Christine when she begins successfully singing on the stage. The voice, who is the deformed, murderous 'ghost' of the opera house named Erik, however, grows violent in his terrible jealousy, until Christine suddenly disappears. The phantom is in love, but it can only spell disaster. Leroux's work, with characters ranging from the spoiled prima donna Carlotta to the mysterious Persian from Erik's past, has been immortalized by memorable adaptations. Despite this, it remains a remarkable piece of Gothic horror literature in and of itself, deeper and darker than any version that follows.
 

Gothic romance meets haunting operatic mystery.

If you're drawn to classic tales that blend romance with a hint of the supernatural, "The Phantom of the Opera" could be a mesmerizing addition to your library. Gaston Leroux crafts a symphony of passion and fear, orchestrating a complex story of love and obsession that’s as atmospheric as it is thrilling. The layers of this drama unfold in the mysterious underbelly of Paris's famed opera house, where you'll find yourself compelled by the plight of the disfigured genius who lurks in its shadows.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.