The Gormenghast Trilogy by Mervyn Peake
Set in the sprawling, decaying castle of Gormenghast, this trilogy chronicles the life of Titus Groan, the 77th Earl of the ancient Groan family, as he navigates the labyrinthine corridors of power, tradition, and intrigue. The narrative unfolds in a richly detailed world filled with eccentric characters, each bound by the rigid customs of their isolated society. As Titus grows, he grapples with his destiny, the weight of his lineage, and the sinister machinations of Steerpike, a cunning and ambitious kitchen boy who seeks to disrupt the established order. The story is a gothic tapestry of loyalty, rebellion, and the struggle for identity amidst the shadows of a crumbling dynasty.
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- Published
- 1946
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Very Long
- Pages
- 1100-1200
- Original Language
- English
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