Description
A masterpiece of suspense and intrigue, this groundbreaking novel weaves together romance, theft, and murder through the distinctive voices of multiple narrators, each bringing their own perspective to an unfolding mystery. When an enormous diamond—originally stolen from an Indian shrine—vanishes from an English country house, the investigation sets in motion a chain of events that captivates and bewilders in equal measure. Featuring the brilliant detective Sergeant Cuff, the unforgettable Gabriel Betteridge, and a mysterious band of Indian jugglers, the narrative unfolds with remarkable ingenuity and wit. Widely recognized as the progenitor of the modern detective mystery genre, this spellbinding tale combines psychological depth with page-turning momentum, making it as compelling today as when it first captivated Victorian readers. A timeless exploration of secrets, obsession, and the search for truth.
Available Editions
paperback
Modern Library
Published Sep 11, 2001
530 pages
ISBN: 9780375757853
paperback
Oxford University Press
Published Jan 1, 2008
502 pages
ISBN: 9780199536726
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Details
First Published
1868
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Moonstone by Wilkie Collins.