Publisher's Synopsis
Wieland Or The Transformation is a novel written by Charles Brockden Brown. The book tells the story of a man named Wieland who lives in rural Pennsylvania in the late 18th century. Wieland is a pious and virtuous man who is devoted to his family and his religion. However, his life is turned upside down when he begins to hear voices that he believes are coming from God. These voices tell him to commit a series of murders, including those of his own family members.As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that Wieland is suffering from a mental illness and that his actions are not of his own free will. The novel explores themes of religious fanaticism, mental illness, and the nature of evil. It is considered one of the earliest examples of American Gothic literature and has been praised for its psychological depth and complex characters.Wieland Or The Transformation is a haunting and thought-provoking novel that delves into the darker aspects of the human psyche. It is a must-read for fans of Gothic literature and anyone interested in exploring the complexities of the human mind.In a state thus verging upon madness, my eye glanced upon Carwin. His astonishment appeared to have struck him motionless and dumb. My life was in danger, and my brother's hand was about to be embrued in my blood. I firmly believed that Carwin's was the instigation. I could rescue me from this abhorred fate; I could dissipate this tremendous illusion.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.