The Italian Monk is a play written by James Boaden and originally published in 1797. The play is divided into three acts and follows the story of Ambrosio, a monk in a Spanish monastery who is revered for his piety and devotion. However, Ambrosio's virtuous exterior masks a darker side, as he becomes increasingly obsessed with a young woman named Antonia and begins to engage in sinful behavior.As the story progresses, Ambrosio's actions become more...