Christabel

A chilling tale of innocence and darkness, Christabel is Samuel Taylor Coleridge's unforgettable foray into the supernatural. This haunting narrative poem, set against an evocative English gothic backdrop, entwines medieval fantasy themes with the deep emotional resonance of the Romantic era. Mystery lingers in every stanza as Christabel, a young woman of fragile virtue, encounters forces that blur the line between good and evil. The atmosphere is unmistakably gothic-shadowed woods, ancient castles, and a palpable sense of the unknown-drawing readers into a world where nothing is quite as it seems.

Celebrated as a cornerstone of early 19th-century romantic era literature, Christabel stands alongside the legendary Lyrical Ballads anthology by Wordsworth and Coleridge. Its hypnotic rhythm and layered symbolism have fascinated poetry enthusiasts and literary scholars alike, establishing it as a foundational work in the gothic poetry collection tradition. The poem's unresolved mysteries and supernatural elements continue to inspire debate, making it essential reading for anyone captivated by narrative poems with mystery and the eternal conflict between light and darkness.

Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Christabel is more than a work of art; it is a cultural touchstone for lovers of English gothic settings and those who cherish the enduring magic of classic literature.