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"Dragonwyck" 2nd Edition by Anya Seton is a vintage hardcover book published in 1944 by Houghton Mifflin Company in Boston. Set in the 1940s, the English-language novel is a classic piece of literature that captures the essence of that era. With a compelling storyline and memorable characters, this book is a must-read for fans of historical and timeless tales.
The image displays the title page of the novel Dragonwyck by Anya Seton, published in 1944 by Houghton Mifflin Company in Boston.
Genre & Plot:
Dragonwyck is a gothic romance and historical novel set in 19th-century New York's Hudson Valley. It tells the story of Miranda Wells, a young woman who goes to live at the sprawling Dragonwyck estate and becomes entangled in the dark secrets of its master, Nicholas Van Ryn.
Historical Context:
The novel incorporates historical elements like the Patroon system and the Anti-Rent Wars.
Adaptation:
The book was adapted into a 1946 film also titled Dragonwyck, starring Gene Tierney and Vincent Price
