{"product_id":"the-woman-in-white-by-wilkie-collins-c1861","title":"The Woman in White by Wilkie Collins c1861","description":"\u003ch3\u003e📚 The Woman in White by Wilkie Collins - Rare c1861 First Edition Era\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOwn a piece of Victorian literary history with this extraordinary antique edition of Wilkie Collins' masterpiece, dating from circa 1861 - the era of its original publication. This preloved and recycled treasure is one of the most influential mystery novels ever written, pioneering the sensation fiction genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e✨ Book Highlights:\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✍️ \u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wilkie Collins - master of Victorian sensation fiction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📅 \u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1861 - contemporary with the novel's first publication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🕯️ \u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gothic Mystery, Sensation Fiction, Victorian Literature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🎭 \u003cstrong\u003eSignificance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Groundbreaking use of multiple narrators and epistolary format\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🔍 \u003cstrong\u003ePlot:\u003c\/strong\u003e A gripping tale of identity, deception, and dark secrets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⚖️ \u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique item - front page separates from binding, handle with care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003e📖 The Story:\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnter the world of Walter Hartright, who encounters a mysterious woman dressed entirely in white on a moonlit London road. This chance meeting draws him into a web of conspiracy, madness, and stolen identity involving the beautiful Laura Fairlie and her sinister husband, Sir Percival Glyde. Told through multiple perspectives - letters, diary entries, and witness testimonies - this revolutionary narrative keeps you guessing until the final revelation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e🏆 Literary Significance:\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003ePublished in 1860-1861, The Woman in White was a sensation that captivated Victorian readers and established many conventions of detective fiction. Collins' innovative storytelling influenced countless mystery writers, from Arthur Conan Doyle to modern thriller authors. This edition from the original publication era is a remarkable artifact of literary history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e♻️ Sustainable \u0026amp; Historical Choice:\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003epreloved and recycled\u003c\/strong\u003e antique item, carefully preserved and ready for its next custodian. By choosing preloved antiquarian books, you're supporting the circular economy and giving rare Victorian literature continued life. Every purchase helps reduce waste while preserving our literary heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e📦 Condition Notes:\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAntique condition - over 160 years old. \u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The front page separates from the binding. This is a \u003cstrong\u003efragile\u003c\/strong\u003e historical item that requires careful handling. Shows age-appropriate wear consistent with a book from c1861. This is a used, recycled item with the character and patina expected of mid-Victorian books.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePerfect for collectors of Victorian literature, mystery enthusiasts, antiquarian book lovers, and anyone who appreciates pioneering detective fiction. A rare piece of literary history and a wonderful addition to any collection of classic mysteries or 19th-century novels.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WeSellit.UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55867564818807,"sku":"8dz","price":7.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/5969\/8476\/files\/1730575430.jpg?v=1759268358","url":"https:\/\/wesellit.uk\/products\/the-woman-in-white-by-wilkie-collins-c1861","provider":"WeSellit.UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}