Zofloya, or the Moor V2: A Romance of the Fifteenth Century (1806)

Zofloya, Or The Moor V2: A Romance Of The Fifteenth Century is a novel written by Charlotte Dacre and first published in 1806. The story is set in the fifteenth century and follows the life of Victoria, a beautiful and ambitious young woman who is determined to rise above her humble origins and become a noblewoman. Victoria's journey takes her through a series of dangerous and scandalous adventures, including an affair with a Moorish prince named Zofloya. As she becomes more deeply involved with Zofloya, Victoria finds herself drawn into a web of deceit, betrayal, and murder. The novel explores themes of passion, power, and revenge, and is known for its Gothic elements, including supernatural occurrences and dark, brooding settings. It is also notable for its portrayal of a strong, independent female protagonist who defies societal norms and expectations. Overall, Zofloya, Or The Moor V2: A Romance Of The Fifteenth Century is a thrilling and provocative work of Gothic fiction that continues to captivate readers today.In Three Volumes.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.