Metzengerstein

Summary

In the shadows of Hungary, a centuries-old rivalry ignites a chilling tale of obsession and fate. Metzengerstein tells the story of Frederick, the young Baron of Metzengerstein, who inherits a vast fortune and the legacy of cruelty that accompanies it. Drawn into a dark prophecy that speaks of a catastrophic fall, Frederick finds himself entwined with the haunting tapestry of his family's history.

When the stables of his rival, the Berlifitzings, mysteriously catch fire, suspicion and chaos ensue. An enigmatic horse bearing the initials "W.V.B." enters his life, binding Frederick in a sinister connection to his family's past. As his obsession grows, so does his descent into madness, leading him to a fateful night where the boundaries between man, beast, and destiny blur.

In this gripping exploration of vengeance and the supernatural, Edgar Allan Poe weaves a tale of horror that questions the very nature of power and legacy. Will Frederick escape the dark fate that awaits him, or will he succumb to the prophecy that has haunted his bloodline for generations? Dive into this haunting narrative where every thread reveals a deeper darkness.