Metzengerstein
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Main Characters and Their Development
- Baron Metzengerstein is the main character of the story, a young and ambitious aristocrat who inherits a vast fortune and power after the death of his parents. His character is marked by cruelty and recklessness, which is evident in his actions and attitude towards others. The Baron is obsessed with an ancient prophecy linking his family to the Berlifitzings, and his life is filled with dark omens. Throughout the story, he becomes increasingly obsessed and paranoid, ultimately leading to his tragic demise.
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Date of publication: 24 March 2025
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Genre: Horror and Mystery
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