The Phantom of the Opera
by Gaston Leroux
English • Published 1910 • Public Domain • Free to stream
First serialised in 1909, The Phantom of the Opera is Gaston Leroux's gothic masterpiece — the story that inspired one of the most successful musicals in history. Erik, a disfigured musical genius who haunts the cellars beneath the Paris Opéra House, becomes obsessed with soprano Christine Daaé and draws her into his shadowy underground world. Part gothic horror, part mystery, part tragic love story, Leroux's novel is far darker and stranger than most people expect — a gripping tale of obsession, genius and the monstrous side of beauty.
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Who wrote The Phantom of the Opera?
Gaston Leroux, first published as a serial in 1909–1910.
Is The Phantom of the Opera in the public domain?
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How long is The Phantom of the Opera to listen to?
The Phantom of the Opera takes approximately 10 hours to listen to in full.
When was The Phantom of the Opera written?
The Phantom of the Opera was first published in 1910. It is now in the public domain and free to stream.
Who narrates The Phantom of the Opera?
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What genre is The Phantom of the Opera?
The Phantom of the Opera is classic literature. It is a classic work of literature now in the public domain.