The Fallen Leaves

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Set against the backdrop of 19th-century England, this work by Wilkie Collins highlights his evolution as a writer following his early education and legal studies. Collins gained fame in the 1860s with notable novels, including The Moonstone, recognized as a pioneering detective story. His literary contributions have significantly influenced the genre, earning him acclaim from critics like T. S. Eliot. This edition of his work is part of a collection aimed at making classic literature accessible to contemporary readers.