Collins, Au Wilkie
Basil, By Wilkie Collins (novel) World's Classics
- ISBN 13:
- 9781534974845
- author:
- Collins, Au Wilkie
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 25.4 x 20.3 x 1 centimetres (0.3
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, General, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Basil, the second novel by British author Wilkie Collins, tells the story of Basil, a young man who falls in love with Margaret Sherwin at first sight. He pursues her and convinces her father to let them marry secretly, but their happiness is short-lived as Mannion, a mysterious figure from Margaret's past, returns and threatens to expose their secret. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that Basil's actions have consequences, not only for himself but also for those around him. The novel builds towards a dramatic confrontation between Basil and Mannion, with tragic results. Wilkie Collins' masterful storytelling weaves together themes of love, family, and social class to create a gripping tale. Set against the backdrop of Victorian England, Basil is a thought-provoking exploration of the complexities of human relationships and the devastating consequences of our actions.
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