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Armadale

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Set in the mid-19th century, this semi-epistolary novel intertwines letters and character perspectives to explore the lives of two cousins, both named Allan Armadale. The narrative unfolds with a deathbed confession from one father, revealing his murder of the other. As the plot thickens, it ultimately conveys the theme that the sins of the fathers do not define their children, allowing the murderer’s son to emerge as a virtuous individual. This exploration of familial legacy and redemption reflects Collins' intricate storytelling style.

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Armadale, Wilkie Collins

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2007
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Language
English
Publisher
Book Jungle
Released
2007
Format
Paperback
Pages
724
ISBN13
9781604247329
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Set in the mid-19th century, this semi-epistolary novel intertwines letters and character perspectives to explore the lives of two cousins, both named Allan Armadale. The narrative unfolds with a deathbed confession from one father, revealing his murder of the other. As the plot thickens, it ultimately conveys the theme that the sins of the fathers do not define their children, allowing the murderer’s son to emerge as a virtuous individual. This exploration of familial legacy and redemption reflects Collins' intricate storytelling style.