Rumored to be haunted, the Palais Garnier opera house in nineteenth-century Paris is the setting for this story of a dangerous love triangle involving a young Swedish soprano, her mysterious Phantom tutor, and her childhood friend. When Carlotta, the lead soprano, takes ill and Christine Daaé's understudy performance is a rousing success, Vicomte Raoul de Chagny falls in love with Christine. Meanwhile, her tutor, the Angel of Music, whom she believes has been sent by her deceased father, is also coveting Christine's affections. But the Angel is no phantom as everyone believes, and his fears of Christine's rejection due to his masked disfigurement prompts him to abduct her and extract a promise of marriage born of wild jealousy. This latest addition to the Word Cloud Classic series will have you burning the candles low to reach the dark, gothic ending.

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The Phantom of the Opera tells the tale of a disfigured musical genius who haunts the Paris Opera House. Mesmerized by the talents and beauty of the young soprano Christine, the Phantom lures her as his protégé and falls fiercely in love with her. One of the most well-known and well-loved gothic horror stories, Leroux's suspenseful tale of unrequited love, passion and tragedy is both dark and moving in its portrayal of Erik, the anti-hero in his yearning for Christine. The novel has been adapted into several formats, most notably a 1925 silent film directed by Rupert Julien and a 1986 musical composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber, the most successful theatrical show of all time.

This new translation of The Phantom of the Opera captures the Gothic horror and tragic romance of Gaston Leroux's timeless original. It is published with a new introduction that examines the Phantom's legacy and uncovers the secrets of the Paris Opera.

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This new translation--the first completely modern and Americanized translation--unfurls the full impact of this classic thriller for modern readers. It offers a more complete rendering of the terrifying figure who emerges from the depths of the glorious Paris Opera House to take us into the darkest regions of the human heart. After the breathtaking performance of the lovely Christine Daae and her sudden disappearance, the old legend of the opera ghost becomes a horrifying reality as the ghost strikes out with increasing frequency and violence--always with the young singer at the center of his powerful obsession. Leroux has created a masterwork of love and murder--and a tragic figure who awakens our deepest and most forbidden fears.

This is the only complete, unabridged modern Americanized translation available. Lowell Bair is the acclaimed translator of such Bantam Classics as Madame Bovary, Les Liaisons Dangereuses, and Candide.

Filled with passion, love, and suspense, The Phantom of the Opera is a thrilling classic.

Rumors abound that the Paris Opera House is haunted by a ghost. Nobody has ever seen it, but it makes itself known through malevolent acts. First published in book form in 1911, this gothic novel by Gaston Leroux has been fascinating readers for more than a century and is the inspiration for the long-running hit musical.

This elegant, unabridged edition includes an introduction by literary critic Susan Bal e and a timeline of the author's life at the back. Join the generations of fans seduced by this enthralling story of mystery and romance.

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The tale begins as an investigation into the strange stories of an Opera ghost, legendary for scaring performers as they sit alone in their dressing rooms or walk along the building's labyrinthine corridors. Some even think they've seen the ghost in evening clothes moving in the shadows. But it isn't until the triumphant performance of beautiful soprano Christine Daa that the Phantom begins his attacks--striking terror in the hearts of everyone in the theater. A story that has captured the imagination for a century, The Phantom of the Opera continues to this day as an unparalleled work of sheer entertainment.

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Set in the grand Palais Garnier opera house in Paris, The Phantom of the Opera follows the mysterious figure Erik, known as the Phantom, who lives beneath the opera house. When he becomes infatuated with Christine, a young and talented soprano, his obsessive love intertwines with his dangerous control over the theater. Christine, torn between Erik's dark allure and her love for Raoul, finds herself at the center of Erik's schemes and the opera's unraveling drama. Filled with gothic romance, mystery, and passion, the story explores themes of love, obsession, and the haunting power of unfulfilled dreams.

The Phantom of the Opera by Gaston Leroux is historically significant for blending gothic fiction with elements of mystery and romance, creating a unique literary hybrid. Published as a serial in 1909-1910, the novel drew inspiration from real events at the Palais Garnier opera house, such as rumors of hidden tunnels and an underground lake. Its vivid portrayal of the Parisian opera culture and exploration of obsession and unrequited love captivated readers of its time. The story's enduring legacy is evident in its numerous adaptations, most notably Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical, solidifying its place in global popular culture.

The Phantom of the Opera is a gothic novel set in the grand Palais Garnier Opera House in Paris during the 1880s. The story revolves around Christine Daaé, a talented young soprano, who becomes entangled with the mysterious 'Phantom, ' a disfigured musical genius named Erik who lives in the depths of the opera house. As Christine's childhood friend, Raoul, rekindles his love for her, the Phantom's obsession grows, leading to a series of sinister events. Blending elements of romance, horror, and suspense, the novel explores themes of love, beauty, obsession, and the nature of humanity.

The Phantom of the Opera by Gaston Leroux holds historical significance as a blend of gothic romance and mystery, drawing inspiration from real events at the Paris Opera in the 19^th century. The novel incorporates elements like the famous Palais Garnier's underground lake and the 1896 chandelier accident to create a haunting, fictional tale. Leroux's fascination with detective fiction, influenced by Edgar Allan Poe and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, is evident in his detailed and atmospheric storytelling. The novel's rich setting and tragic characters inspired Andrew Lloyd Webber's iconic 1986 musical, cementing its legacy in literature and the arts.

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The Phantom of the Opera is perhaps best known for its many stage and screen adaptations, but nothing beats the Gothic tension and haunting horror of Gaston Leroux's original text.

Strange things are going on at the Paris Opera House; a mysterious phantom - a skeleton in dinner dress - is wreaking havoc amongst the singers and backstage staff. But when new managers take over and dismiss the rumours of the Opera Ghost, the terror really begins. Who is the curious figure stalking the stage at night? How can he be in so many places at once, entering and leaving locked rooms at will? And what is his connection to the beautiful and talented young soloist, Christine?

The wildest and most fantastic of tales. - New York Times Book Review.

The novel from the early 20th century that inspired the Lon Chaney film and the hit musical. In the 1880s, in Paris, the Palais Garnier Opera House is believed haunted. One night, a young woman, Christine, is asked to sing in place of the Opera's leading soprano, who is ill; Christine's performance is a success, and she is recognized by the Vicomte Raoul, a childhood playmate and love. Raoul and the Phantom then battle for Christine's heart, as the Phantom demands more and more from her.

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One of the most famous ghost stories that no one has actually read (New York Times), The Phantom of the Opera is the first in the Haunted Library Horror Classics series presented by the Horror Writers Association. An unabridged edition of the novel that inspired the famous Andrew Lloyd Webber musical.

Deep beneath the Paris Opera House, a masked man lives in silence...

Every night at the Palais Garnier, hundreds of guests sit on the edge of velvet-covered seats, waiting for prima donna La Carlotta to take the stage. But when her voice fails her, La Carlotta is replaced with unknown understudy Christine Daaé, a young soprano whose vibrant singing fills every corner of the house and wins her a slew of admirers, including an old childhood friend who soon professes his love for her. But unknown to Christine is another man, who lurks out of sight behind the heavy curtains of the opera, who can move about the building undetected, who will do anything to make sure Christine will keep singing just for him...

This curated edition of The Phantom of the Opera, based on the original 1911 English translation by Alexander Teixeira de Mattos, brings an iconic story of love and obsession to today's readers and illuminates the timeless appeal of Leroux's masterpiece.

In the depths of the Paris Opera House lurks a mysterious figure known only as the Phantom. As his obsession with the beautiful singer, Christine Daae, intensifies, a tale of love, jealousy and tragedy unfolds in Gaston Leroux's timeless Gothic masterpiece, The Phantom of the Opera.

The Revived Reads edition of Gaston Leroux's gothic horror romance, The Phantom of the Opera, brings a beloved classic back with a fresh new look. With a fully designed, eye-catching dust jacket, hidden hardcover design, digitally restored illustrations by André Castaigne, and a beautiful page edge design, this edition will make a statement on your bookshelf.

Beneath the Paris Opera House, the Opera Ghost hides from the world. Feared by the opera's staff and performers, he exerts a sinister control over the theater, demanding obedience in exchange for safety. When the young soprano Christine Daaé becomes the object of his obsession, the Phantom's dark desires are unleashed. Caught between the Phantom's dangerous manipulation and the love of her childhood friend Raoul, Christine must navigate a world of deception, violence, and madness. The Phantom of the Opera is a haunting tale of mystery, tragedy, and the redeeming power of compassion.

Le Mystère de la Chambre Jaune (1907) de Gaston Leroux est un roman policier français classique mettant en vedette le jeune journaliste et détective amateur Joseph Rouletabille. L'histoire tourne autour du crime apparemment impossible d'une tentative de meurtre dans une pièce verrouillée, connue sous le nom de Chambre Jaune . Mathilde Stangerson, la victime, est retrouvée grièvement blessée à l'intérieur de la pièce fermée à clé de l'intérieur sans possibilité apparente pour l'agresseur de s'échapper. Rouletabille enquête, utilisant son intellect aiguisé pour percer le mystère, découvrir des secrets et remettre en question les hypothèses tout en s'efforçant de résoudre cette affaire déconcertante. Le roman est un chef-d'oeuvre du genre policier locked-room, célèbre pour son intrigue complexe et sa résolution intelligente.

A frightful act of malice committed in Paris: the dastardly attempted assassination of the daughter of a famed scientist who was working late in his laboratory with an assistant when the attack took place in the adjacent room. A locked chamber, windows barred, no one hiding inside. The poor young lady unconscious, covered with blood, violent marks on her throat and a wound at her temple. The scientist's revolver removed from its cabinet and sealed in the room with her. The only trace of her assailant is a large, bloody handprint on the wall.

At a loss, the chief of the Sûreté telegraphs for the famous detective Frédéric Larsan to be assigned to the seemingly unsolvable case. A genre-defining novel, The Mystery of the Yellow Room follows the investigation step by step, with thorough descriptions of the crime scene to allow the reader access to the same opaque clues to the crime that the detectives have.

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Based on the translation by Alexander Teixeira de Mattos. With an Introduction by David Stuart Davies.

'... the shadow turned round; and I saw a terrible death's-head, which darted a look at me from a pair of scorching eyes. I felt as if I were face to face with Satan...'

Erik, the Phantom of the Paris Opera House, is one of the great icons of horror literature. This tormented and disfigured creature has made his home in the labyrinthine cellars of this opulent building where he can indulge in his great passion for music, which is a substitute for the love and emotion denied him because of his ghastly appearance.

It is in the Opera House that he encounters Christine Daa whom he trains in secret to become a great singer. Erik's passionate obsession with a beautiful woman beyond his reach is doomed and leads to the dramatic tragic finale.

Gaston Leroux's novel is a marvellous blend of detective story, romance and spine-tingling terror which has fascinated readers ever since the work was first published.