Collins, Wilkie
Basil (Oxford World's Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199536702
- author:
- Collins, Wilkie
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 400
- Dimensions:
- 128mm X 195mm
- Genre:
- Classic fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Basil by Wilkie Collins is a thought-provoking novel that explores the darker aspects of human relationships. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century London, the story delves into themes of betrayal, insanity, and death, creating a sense of unease and tension. Collins' portrayal of adultery was considered shocking in his time, and this novel's passionate and lurid atmosphere continues to disturb readers today. The author's masterful handling of these complex themes has resulted in a work that is both haunting and thought-provoking. This edition of Basil is part of the Oxford World's Classics series, which aims to provide accurate texts alongside valuable features such as expert introductions, notes, and bibliographies for further study.
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