The Virgin Of The Seven Daggers by Vernon Lee
A Romance of the Holy Rosary
Set against the backdrop of a mystical and decadent 17th-century Spain, this gothic tale weaves a narrative of passion, betrayal, and supernatural intrigue. The story follows the enigmatic and morally ambiguous figure of Don Juan, who is drawn into a world of dark enchantments and divine retribution. As he navigates a labyrinth of forbidden desires and spectral apparitions, he encounters the ethereal presence of a mysterious virgin, whose seven daggers symbolize both his doom and redemption. The narrative explores themes of sin, redemption, and the eternal struggle between earthly desires and spiritual salvation.
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- Published
- 1909
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Original Language
- English
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