The Familiar

The Familiar is a gothic horror novel written by J. Sheridan Le Fanu, first published in 1859. The story follows the life of a young Englishman named Richard Beckett, who inherits a large estate in Ireland from his uncle. Upon arriving at the estate, Beckett discovers a mysterious woman known only as ""The Familiar"" who seems to have a strange hold over the household.As Beckett tries to uncover the truth behind the Familiar, he becomes embroiled in a web of dark secrets and supernatural occurrences. He discovers that the Familiar is actually a witch who has been manipulating his family for generations, and that she is determined to continue her hold over them.The novel is known for its atmospheric descriptions of the Irish countryside and its use of gothic motifs such as ghosts, witches, and haunted houses. It also explores themes of inheritance, family legacy, and the dangers of obsession.Overall, The Familiar is a gripping and eerie tale of suspense and horror that has stood the test of time as a classic of the gothic genre.I say I know this; I could prove it to your own conviction."" He paused for a minute, and then added, ""And as to accosting it, I dare not, I could not; when I see it I am powerless; I stand in the gaze of death, in the triumphant presence of infernal power and malignity. My strength, and faculties, and memory, all forsake me. O God, I fear, sir, you know not what you speak of. Mercy, mercy; heaven have pity on me!""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.