Publisher's Synopsis
Fantazius Mallare: A Mysterious Oath is a novel written by Ben Hecht. The book follows the story of a man named Fantazius Mallare who is a recluse and a misanthrope. He lives in a dark and eerie castle surrounded by a forest. Mallare is a philosopher who spends his time contemplating the meaning of life and death. He is also a writer who creates grotesque and macabre stories that reflect his own twisted psyche.The novel begins with Mallare receiving a mysterious package that contains a manuscript written by his former lover, Lysandra. The manuscript tells the story of their tumultuous relationship and the events that led to their separation. Mallare becomes obsessed with the manuscript and begins to relive his past with Lysandra. As he reads the manuscript, he becomes more and more disturbed and his grip on reality begins to slip.The book is a dark and twisted tale that explores themes of love, obsession, and madness. Hecht's writing style is poetic and evocative, creating a haunting and eerie atmosphere throughout the novel. The characters are complex and multi-dimensional, with Mallare being a particularly fascinating and enigmatic figure. The story is both disturbing and mesmerizing, making it a must-read for fans of Gothic literature and psychological horror.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
