Uncle Silas - Sheridan Le Fanu

Category: Adults, Classic, Horror, Literature
Language: English
Keywords: Gothic Victorian Gothic

Written by Sheridan Le Fanu
Read by Georgina Sutton
Format: MP3
Bitrate: 128 Kbps
Unabridged

The sinister Madame de Rougierre is employed as governess to the young Maud Ruthven, bringing with her a dark cloud of impending doom that hangs over the whole household. The governess eventually leaves, in possession of a dark secret, but that is not the end of her, much to Maud’s dismay. Maud is later orphaned and sent to live with Uncle Silas, a man with a mysterious and scandalous past, and she once again meets Madame de la Rougierre, whose role in shaping Maud’s destiny becomes all too clear. Occupying the world of spirits, kidnapping and old secrets, Le Fanu’s sensation novel is a chilling and ground-breaking psychological thriller.

Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu’s ‘Uncle Silas’ is an 1864 classic horror novel that explores themes of family secrets, inheritance, and madness. Set in the gothic English countryside, the novel follows the young protagonist Maud as she navigates her way through a web of deception and intrigue surrounding her mysterious uncle. Le Fanu’s writing style is characterized by its atmospheric descriptions and psychological depth, capturing the reader’s imagination with its eerie and suspenseful tone. Written in the mid-19th century, ‘Uncle Silas’ is a prime example of Victorian gothic literature, influencing future horror writers with its blend of suspense and supernatural elements. A compelling read for those interested in classic horror fiction, Le Fanu’s work continues to captivate audiences with its timeless tale of terror and suspense.

By: Sheridan Le Fanu … Narrated by: Georgina Sutton … Length: 17 hours and 10 minutes