After Dark

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Set against the backdrop of 19th-century England, this work by Wilkie Collins, published in 1856, highlights his journey from a law student to a renowned author. Notably, Collins is credited with pioneering the detective genre, with "The Moonstone" often hailed as the first true detective novel. His creative peak in the 1860s led to significant acclaim with major works that have shaped literary history. This edition is part of a collection aimed at preserving classic literature for modern readers.