“I used to suppose that certain evils could never befall a being in possession of a sound mind; that true virtue supplies us with energy which vice can never resist; that it was always in our power to obstruct, by his own death, the designs of an enemy who aimed at less than our lives.”
Quote by Charles Brockden Brown
Work
Wieland, Or, The Transformation
This novel delves into the psychological and philosophical aspects of change, particularly focusing on the supernatural transformation of its protagonist, as well as the broader implications of such events on society and individual lives. more
Author
Charles Brockden Brown
Charles Brockden Brown was an American novelist known for his Gothic novels and realistic works. His writings often explored moral and religious issues, reflecting the social conditions of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. more
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