The Masque of the Red Death

A plague known as the Red Death has swept through the country, killing half the kingdom. Prince Prospero hides away in his castle with his favorite courtiers, unconcerned. One night he throws a lavish masquerade ball, but the party goes south when a mysterious guest appears dressed as a plague victim. Dive into this chilling Gothic tale for yourself to see what has entranced readers since its publication in 1842.