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Known for his groundbreaking contributions to the detective genre, William Wilkie Collins authored influential works such as The Moonstone, often regarded as the first modern English detective novel. His early life included a move to Italy, where he became fluent in Italian and French. Initially working as a tea merchant, Collins transitioned to writing, publishing his first novel in 1850. His friendship with Charles Dickens, who mentored him, led to collaborations and the publication of his works in Dickens's journals, shaping his literary career.
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Broadview Literary Texts: Heart and Science, Wilkie Collins, Steven Farmer
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- Released
- 1996
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- Language
- English
- Authors
- Wilkie Collins, Steven Farmer
- Publisher
- Broadview Press Ltd
- Released
- 1996
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 381
- ISBN10
- 1551111241
- ISBN13
- 9781551111247
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Historical Themes, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery Novels, Classics, Suspense, British Literature, 19th century, Victorian Era
- Rating
- 3.55 out of 5
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- Known for his groundbreaking contributions to the detective genre, William Wilkie Collins authored influential works such as The Moonstone, often regarded as the first modern English detective novel. His early life included a move to Italy, where he became fluent in Italian and French. Initially working as a tea merchant, Collins transitioned to writing, publishing his first novel in 1850. His friendship with Charles Dickens, who mentored him, led to collaborations and the publication of his works in Dickens's journals, shaping his literary career.