A modern Mephistopheles

Alcott, Louisa May 1832-1888 (Author). Hébert, C. M. (Added Author). hoopla digital. (Added Author). Read by C. M. Herbert. (Cast).

Summary: Known for her beloved children's classics, Louisa May Alcott's true zeal was for writing sensational literature, which she chose to have published anonymously or under a pseudonym. Her favorite of these works was A Modern Mephistopheles. This chilling tale of greed, lust, and deception opens on a midwinter night when Felix Canaris, a despairing writer about to take his own life, is saved by a knock at the door. The mysterious visitor, a Jasper Helwyze, promises Felix fame and fortune in return for his complete devotion. Helwyze then plots to corrupt the overly ambitious Felix by cleverly manipulating the beautiful and innocent Gladys. And when Helwyze decides that he wants Gladys for himself, Felix must defend the adoring young woman from the destructive influence of his diabolical patron.

Record details

ISBN: 1982455179 (sound recording : hoopla Audio Book)
ISBN: 9781982455170 (sound recording : hoopla Audio Book)
Physical Description: 1 online resource (1 audio file (5hr., 54 min.)) : digital.
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Edition: Unabridged.
Publisher: [United States] : Blackstone Publishing, 2010.
Distributor: Made available through hoopla

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Restrictions on Access Note:	Digital content provided by hoopla.
Participant or Performer Note:	Read by C. M. Herbert.
System Details Note:	Mode of access: World Wide Web.