Wilkie Collins
DOWNLOAD
Download Wilkie Collins PDF/ePub or read online books in Mobi eBooks. Click Download or Read Online button to get Wilkie Collins book now. This website allows unlimited access to, at the time of writing, more than 1.5 million titles, including hundreds of thousands of titles in various foreign languages. If the content not found or just blank you must refresh this page
Wilkie Collins Best Novels
DOWNLOAD
Author : Wilkie Collins
language : en
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Release Date : 2017-10-23
Wilkie Collins Best Novels written by Wilkie Collins and has been published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-10-23 with categories.
William Wilkie Collins (1824 - 1889) was an English novelist, playwright, and author of short stories. His best-known works are The Woman in White, The Moonstone, Armadale, and No Name. Collins was born into the family of painter William Collins in London. He received his early education at home from his mother. He then attended an academy and a private boarding school. He also traveled with his family to Italy and France, and learned the French and Italian languages. He served as a clerk in the firm of the tea merchants Antrobus & Co. His first novel Iolani, or Tahiti as It Was; a Romance, was rejected by publishers in 1845. His next novel, Antonina, was published in 1850. In 1851 he met Charles Dickens, and the two became close friends. A number of Collins's works were first published in Dickens's journals In this book: The Moonstone The woman in white After dark
The Life Of Wilkie Collins
DOWNLOAD
Author : Nuel Pharr Davis
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1956
The Life Of Wilkie Collins written by Nuel Pharr Davis and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1956 with categories.
Wilkie Collins
DOWNLOAD
Author : Robert Ashley
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1952
Wilkie Collins written by Robert Ashley and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1952 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
Wilkie Collins Collection Vol 4 3 Books The Moonstone Basil Hide And Seek
DOWNLOAD
Author : Wilkie Collins
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2018-03-18
Wilkie Collins Collection Vol 4 3 Books The Moonstone Basil Hide And Seek written by Wilkie Collins and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-03-18 with categories.
William Wilkie Collins (8 January 1824 - 23 September 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. He worked as a clerk for a tea merchant. 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 published his best known works in the 1860s and achieved financial stability and an international reputation. During that time he began suffering from gout. After taking opium for the pain, he developed an addiction. During the 1870s and 1880s the quality of his writing declined along with his health.
The Cambridge Companion To Wilkie Collins
DOWNLOAD
Author : Jenny Bourne Taylor
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Release Date : 2006-11-23
The Cambridge Companion To Wilkie Collins written by Jenny Bourne Taylor and has been published by Cambridge University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-11-23 with Literary Criticism categories.
Wilkie Collins was one of the most popular writers of the nineteenth century. He is best known for The Woman in White, which inaugurated the sensation novel in the 1860s, and The Moonstone, one of the first detective novels; but he wrote over 20 novels, plays and short stories during a career that spanned four decades. This Companion offers a fascinating overview of Collins's writing. In a wide range of essays by leading scholars, it traces the development of his career, his position as a writer and his complex relation to contemporary cultural movements and debates. Collins's exploration of the tensions which lay beneath Victorian society is analysed through a variety of critical approaches. A chronology and guide to further reading are provided, making this book an indispensable guide for all those interested in Wilkie Collins and his work.
Wilkie Collins Collection Novels
DOWNLOAD
Author : Wilkie Collins
language : en
Publisher: CreateSpace
Release Date : 2014-06-25
Wilkie Collins Collection Novels written by Wilkie Collins and has been published by CreateSpace this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-06-25 with Literary Collections categories.
William Wilkie Collins (1824 - 1889) was an English novelist, playwright, and author of short stories. His best-known works are The Woman in White, The Moonstone, Armadale, and No Name. Collins was born into the family of painter William Collins in London. He received his early education at home from his mother. He then attended an academy and a private boarding school. He also traveled with his family to Italy and France, and learned the French and Italian languages. He served as a clerk in the firm of the tea merchants Antrobus & Co. His first novel Iolani, or Tahiti as It Was; a Romance, was rejected by publishers in 1845. His next novel, Antonina, was published in 1850. In 1851 he met Charles Dickens, and the two became close friends. A number of Collins's works were first published in Dickens's journals All the Year Round and Household Words. The two collaborated on several dramatic and fictional works, and some of Collins's plays were performed by Dickens's acting company. The Moonstone The Woman in White No Name
The Works Of Wilkie Collins
DOWNLOAD
Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date :
The Works Of Wilkie Collins written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with categories.
Wilkie Collins Collection Volume 4 3 Books
DOWNLOAD
Author : Wilkie Collins
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2018-04-06
Wilkie Collins Collection Volume 4 3 Books written by Wilkie Collins and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-04-06 with categories.
William Wilkie Collins (8 January 1824 - 23 September 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. He worked as a clerk for a tea merchant. 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 published his best known works in the 1860s and achieved financial stability and an international reputation. During that time he began suffering from gout. After taking opium for the pain, he developed an addiction. During the 1870s and 1880s the quality of his writing declined along with his health.This includes:-The Moonstone,-Basil,-Hide and Seek.
Little Novels By Wilkie Collins Fiction Classics Literary Mystery Detective
DOWNLOAD
Author : Wilkie Collins
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2004-07
Little Novels By Wilkie Collins Fiction Classics Literary Mystery Detective written by Wilkie Collins and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004-07 with Fiction categories.
Also includes "Miss Morris and the Stranger," "Mr. Cosway and the Landlady," "Mr. Medhurst and the Princess," "Mr. Lismore and the Widow," "Miss Jeromette and the Clergyman," "Miss Mina and the Groom" and "Mr. Lepel and the Housekeeper."
Complete Works Of Wilkie Collins Novels Short Stories Plays Essays And Memoirs Illustrated
DOWNLOAD
Author : Wilkie Collins
language : en
Publisher: Good Press
Release Date : 2024-01-06
Complete Works Of Wilkie Collins Novels Short Stories Plays Essays And Memoirs Illustrated written by Wilkie Collins and has been published by Good Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-01-06 with Fiction categories.
The "Complete Works of Wilkie Collins" is a monumental collection that encompasses the full range of Collins's literary output, including his celebrated novels, gripping short stories, enlightening essays, and theatrical works. Known for pioneering the detective genre, Collins masterfully intertwines suspense and social commentary within his narratives. His distinctive style blends vivid characterization with intricate plotting, employing a rich tapestry of narrative techniques, including unreliable narrators and multiple perspectives, all set against the backdrop of Victorian society, where issues of social class and gender are deftly explored. Wilkie Collins (1824-1889) was a contemporary of Charles Dickens and a prominent figure in the Victorian literary scene. His personal experiences, such as living with chronic illness and navigating complex familial relationships, deeply informed his writing. Collins's friendships with notable literary figures and his keen interest in the burgeoning fields of psychology and sociology are reflected in his works, offering modern readers both entertainment and profound insights into human nature. This comprehensive anthology is an essential acquisition for literary enthusiasts and scholars alike, as it not only preserves Collins's artistic legacy but also illuminates the socio-cultural dynamics of 19th-century England. Readers are invited to delve into the ingenuity of Collins's storytelling, where every story unravels a compelling narrative, encouraging reflection on morality and society. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions. - The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing. - A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation. - A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists. - A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths. - Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts. - Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.