Nightmare Abbey: Book Guide, Author and Facts
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Nightmare Abbey, a venerable family-mansion, in a highly picturesque state of semi-dilapidation, pleasantly situated on a strip of dry land between the sea and the fens, at the verge of the county of Lincoln, had the honour to be the seat of Christopher Glowry, Esquire. This gentleman was naturally of an atrabilarious temperament, and much troubled with those phantoms of indigestion which are commonly called blue devils.
Quick facts about Nightmare Abbey
- Title: Nightmare Abbey
- Author: Thomas Love Peacock
- First published: 1818
- Genre: adaptations, arthurian romances, classic literature
- OpenLibrary ID: OL2713465W
Where to read Nightmare Abbey
Nightmare Abbey by Thomas Love Peacock is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Nightmare Abbey about?
Nightmare Abbey, a venerable family-mansion, in a highly picturesque state of semi-dilapidation, pleasantly situated on a strip of dry land between the sea and the fens, at the verge of the county of Lincoln, had the honour to be the seat of Christopher Glowry, Esquire.
Who wrote Nightmare Abbey?
Nightmare Abbey was written by Thomas Love Peacock.
When was Nightmare Abbey published?
Nightmare Abbey was first published in 1818.



