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Reprint of the original, first published in 1874.
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This carefully edited collection has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Wilkie Collins (1824-1889) was an English novelist, playwright, and author of short stories. His best-known works are The Woman in White, No Name, Armadale, and The Moonstone. Table of Contents: After The Dark The Ostler Mr. Wray's Cash Box The Queen of Hearts A House To Let The Haunted House ("The Ghost in the Cupboard Room") My Miscellanies No Thoroughfare Miss or Mrs? "Blow up with the Brig!" The Hidden Cash The Perils of Certain English Prisoners The Lazy Tour of Two Idle Apprentices The Last Stage Coachman The Fatal Cradle The Frozen Deep and Oth...
Wilkie Collins' 'The Complete Short Stories' is a masterful collection of tales that showcase the author's keen eye for detail and his ability to craft intricate plots filled with suspense and mystery. Collins's writing style, characterized by rich prose and intricate character development, reflects the Victorian era's fascination with the dark and the supernatural, making his stories timeless classics of English literature. From ghostly apparitions to ingenious crimes, this collection offers readers a glimpse into the diverse world of Wilkie Collins's imagination. As a pioneer of the detective novel and a contemporary of Charles Dickens, Collins expertly weaves together elements of romance, suspense, and social commentary to create gripping narratives that continue to captivate readers today. Collins's own experiences with the occult and his fascination with psychological depth and moral ambiguity provide unique insights into the themes and characters portrayed in his short stories. Fans of classic literature and mystery enthusiasts alike will appreciate the depth and range of Collins's storytelling in this comprehensive collection.
This carefully crafted ebook: "Complete Short Stories of Wilkie Collins” is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. Wilkie Collins (1824-1889) was an English novelist, playwright, and author of short stories. His best-known works are The Woman in White, No Name, Armadale, and The Moonstone. Table of Contents: After The Dark The Ostler Mr. Wray's Cash Box The Queen of Hearts A House To Let The Haunted House ("The Ghost in the Cupboard Room") My Miscellanies No Thoroughfare Miss or Mrs? "Blow up with the Brig!" The Hidden Cash The Perils of Certain English Prisoners The Lazy Tour of Two Idle Apprentices The Last Stage Coachman The Fatal Cradle The Frozen ...