Ann Radcliffe

Ann Radcliffe was an English writer of the Romantic Era. Her most famous work is the Gothic novel The Mysteries of Udolpho, published in 1794. She was one of the first Gothic writers, and she contributed to defining and shaping the genre.

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• Lifetime: 9 July 1764 • 7 February 1823
• Main genre: Gothic fiction
• Mid-2026 popularity rank:  148 • Trending ▲

"You speak like a heroine,” said Montoni contemptuously, “we shall see if you can suffer like one."

"What are riches—grandeur—health itself, to the luxury of a pure conscience, the health of the soul..."