MACMILLAN - The Letters of Wilkie Collins: Volume 1

Discover the private world of one of the nineteenth century's most loved novelists with The Letters of Wilkie Collins: Volume 1. As the only leading Victorian novelist whose personal correspondence has not been previously published, this two-volume edition by MACMILLAN fills a significant gap for scholars and readers alike. Edited by William Baker and William Clarke, this authorized edition provides a rare look into the life of the author behind masterpieces like The Woman in White and The Moonstone. This volume is a timely addition to any collection, especially following recent biographies that re-examine his literary achievements and private life. By reproducing a selection of around 700 key letters, this book offers a direct connection to the man who shaped the Victorian novel. Whether you are a student of literature or a fan of his many novels that remain in print today, these letters provide essential context to his creative process and historical impact.