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The Woman in White - A Gothic Mystery of Deception Identity and Victorian Intrigue - cover

The Woman in White - A Gothic Mystery of Deception Identity and Victorian Intrigue

Wilkie Collins, Zenith Evergreen Literary Co.

Editorial: Zenith Evergreen Literary Co.

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Sinopsis

A mysterious woman in white. A secret buried in shadows. A tale that changed the course of crime fiction.

The Woman in White by Wilkie Collins is widely regarded as one of the first modern mystery novels, blending elements of suspense, romance, and gothic horror. When drawing master Walter Hartright encounters a distressed woman clad in white on a moonlit road, he becomes entangled in a chilling plot of impersonation, madness, and betrayal.

With its intricate narrative structure and unforgettable characters, Collins' novel laid the groundwork for generations of crime and detective fiction.

💬 "Haunting, thrilling, and ahead of its time—Collins rewrote what fiction could be."

🕯️ Why This Victorian Thriller Still Captivates:
A literary cornerstone for fans of Agatha Christie, Henry James, and Daphne du Maurier

Ideal for readers who love psychological suspense, legal drama, and gothic atmosphere

Widely read in courses on Victorian literature, gender roles, and narrative structure

📣 Unravel the Secret. Beware the Shadows. Follow the Woman in White.
Buy The Woman in White today and experience the mystery that revolutionized the genre.
Disponible desde: 25/04/2025.
Longitud de impresión: 799 páginas.

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