The Monk and the Hangman's Daughter

by Ambrose Bierce

Overview

A masterpiece, written almost as a modern folktale. Follow the tale of the monk Ambrosius as he meets the shunned Benedicta, the local hangman's daughter. Ambrosius becomes embroiled in a dark and twisted tale of love, assault and the sins of the past.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781447468684
Publisher:	Baker Press
Publication date:	11/30/2012
Pages:	118
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.28(d)

About the Author

Ambrose Bierce was one of the leading men of letters in 19th-century America. Among his most important books were The Devil's Dictionary and Tales of Soldiers and Civilians.