"The Castle of Otranto" is the first page in the history of the Gothic novel, written by the English writer Horace Walpole. The plot was based on a mysterious story about the Manfred clan, which owns the huge castle of Otranto. After a mysterious event that confuses Vicism during his son's wedding, Manfred decides to restore his rights to land holdings. But having become convinced of his own powerlessness, he risks losing not only his property, but also his family well-being. In this terrible twist of fate, the evil universal spirit outlines its plans, and the relaxed owner searches for answers to the questions that have arisen in his torments and fears. "Castle of Otranto" is a masterpiece full of mystifications, unknown forces and darkness, which is really worth the attention of lovers of motor literature.