
Nestled on the banks of the Garonne in 1584, the modest yet elegant Castle of Sant’Aubert watches over rolling vineyards, dark firs and the mist‑clad peaks of the Pyrenees. Its owner, a widowed noble who has turned his back on courtly intrigue, spends his days strolling with his young wife and daughter, finding solace in the river’s song and the quiet of the surrounding woodlands. The castle’s heart is a modest library, a sanctuary of ancient and modern tomes that reflects his love for study and contemplation.
When a series of strange occurrences begin to disturb the tranquil routine—unexplained noises, misplaced objects, and whispered rumors among the nearby villagers—Sant’Aubert’s gentle world is quietly shaken. With his keen mind and the support of his family, he starts to investigate the hidden corners of his home, uncovering clues that hint at secrets long buried beneath the stone walls. The story unfolds as a gentle mystery, inviting listeners to wander through history, nature, and the faint echo of forgotten intrigues.
Language
it
Duration
~4 hours (261K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Carlo Traverso, Barbara Magni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by Biblioteca Sormani - Milano)
Release date
2010-09-20
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1764–1823
Best known for shaping the Gothic novel, this English writer filled her stories with ruined castles, dark landscapes, and slow-building suspense. Her novels were wildly popular in the late 18th century and helped define the kind of eerie fiction that influenced generations of writers.
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