Wilkie Collins

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The Dead Secret A Novel (eBook, ePUB)

Beschreibung

"The Dead Secret: A Novel" by way of Wilkie Collins is a compelling and suspenseful story that weaves together issues of mystery, deceit, and the complexities of human relationships. Set against the backdrop of Cornwall's dramatic landscapes, the radical introduces readers to a cast of intriguing characters whose lives are intricately related with the aid of a protracted-buried mystery. The narrative revolves around the mysterious Mrs. Treverton, who guards a hidden secret that has the energy to disrupt lives and regulate destinies. As the story unfolds, the reader is taken on a journey through the twists and turns of a gripping plot filled with sudden revelations and ethical dilemmas. Collins, recognised for his mastery of the sensation novel, skillfully creates an atmospheric placing that complements the suspense and intrigue. The characters are introduced to existence with psychological intensity, and their interactions make contributions to the intricate layers of the narrative. "The Dead Secret" is a conventional example of Collins' potential to blend factors of melodrama and social commentary. The novel explores the outcomes of retaining secrets and techniques and the effect of hidden truths on both individuals and society.

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Autor

William Wilkie Collins (1824 - 1889) was an English novelist, playwright and short story writer. His best-known works are The Woman in White (1859), No Name (1862), Armadale (1866) and The Moonstone (1868). The last is considered the first modern English detective novel. Born into the family of painter William Collins in London, he lived with his family in Italy and France as a child and learned French and Italian. After his first novel, Antonina, was published in 1850, he met Charles Dickens, who became a close friend, mentor and collaborator. Some of Collins's works were first published in Dickens' journals All the Year Round and Household Words and the two collaborated on drama and fiction. Collins was critical of the institution of marriage and never married; he split his time between Caroline Graves, except for a two-year separation, and his common-law wife Martha Rudd, with whom he had three children.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Erscheinungstermin: 22. Mai 2024
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9789361152733
• Artikelnr.: 73552927