Description
A young drawing master's life is irrevocably altered after a mysterious encounter with a pale woman in white on a moonlit road. Drawn into the lives of his beautiful pupils, Laura Fairlie and her half-sister, he uncovers a web of deceit and sinister plots orchestrated by the charismatic Count Fosco and the menacing Sir Percival Glyde. This groundbreaking novel masterfully blends Gothic suspense with psychological realism, exploring themes of identity, madness, and the dark secrets hidden beneath the veneer of Victorian society. Wilkie Collins's pioneering work set the standard for the sensation novel, captivating readers with its intricate plot and unforgettable characters.
Available Editions
paperback
Penguin Books
Published Jan 1, 2003
671 pages
ISBN: 9780141439617
paperback
Oxford University Press
Published Jan 1, 2008
702 pages
ISBN: 9780199535637
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Details
First Published
1859
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Woman in White by Wilkie Collins.