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"The Moonstone" by Wilkie Collins
864174 "The Moonstone" by Wilkie Collins by Fraser, Arthur Anderson (1861-1904); (add.info.: Rachel Verrinder, in front of Godfrey Abelwhite and Miss Clack, making her false confession to her mother that she has pledged the Moonstone to pay private debts. Illustration by Arthur Fraser (active 1865-1898) for "The Moonstone" by Wilkie Collins (London, 1890). First published in 1868 and said by TS Eliot to be the the first and greatest of English detective novels".); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 32179026
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1 1st I Ist Century 1 Century 1890 1st 1st 1st Century 1st Century 1st Century A 1st Century Ad C1st Confession Detective Novel First Century First Century Ad First Christian Century Four People I Century Ist Century Kneeled Down Looking Away Lying The Past Wilkie Collins
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This engraving takes us back to the 19th century, immersing us in the world of Wilkie Collins' renowned novel, "The Moonstone". Illustrated by Arthur Fraser, this print beautifully captures a pivotal moment in the story. In the foreground, we see Rachel Verrinder kneeling before her mother, with Godfrey Abelwhite and Miss Clack standing nearby. The tension is palpable as Rachel makes a false confession about pledging the precious Moonstone to settle her private debts. Her gaze looks away, perhaps filled with guilt or fear of being discovered. Fraser's attention to detail brings out the emotions of each character. Rachel's mother sits solemnly, listening intently to her daughter's words. Godfrey Abelwhite stands tall and authoritative while Miss Clack observes with an air of curiosity. "The Moonstone" hailed by T. S. Eliot as the first and greatest English detective novel, comes alive through this evocative illustration. It transports us into Victorian London where secrets unravel and mysteries unfold. As we admire this artwork from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are reminded of literature's power to transport us across time and space. This print serves as a visual testament to Wilkie Collins' enduring legacy in British culture and his contribution to detective fiction. Whether you're an avid reader or simply appreciate artistry that tells a story, this engraving invites you on a journey into history where intrigue awaits at every turn of the page.
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