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by Wilkie Collins (Author) "In the first part of Robinson Crusoe, at page one hundred and twenty-nine, you will find it thus written: Now I saw, though too late,..." (more)
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  • Paperback: 528 pages
  • Publisher: Modern Library Inc; New edition edition (5 Oct 2001)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0375757856
  • ISBN-13: 978-0375757853
  • Product Dimensions: 20.1 x 13 x 2.5 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 251,620 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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William Baker, Professor of English, Northern Illinois University

"This superbly edited and richly documented edition...is the definitive and indispensible edition of The Moonstone." --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.


Catherine Peters, author of The King of Inventors: A Life of Wilkie Collins

"This Moonstone will surely prove another winner for Broadview’s list." --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
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In the first part of Robinson Crusoe, at page one hundred and twenty-nine, you will find it thus written: Now I saw, though too late, the Folly of beginning a Work before we count the Cost, and before we judge rightly of our own Strength to go through wit" Read the first page
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47 of 48 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars "The first, the longest, and the best..." - T S Eliot., 30 Oct 2002
By John Austin "austinjr@bigpond.net.au" (Kangaroo Ground, Australia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Moonstone (Oxford World's Classics) (Paperback)
It was T S Eliot who described Wilkie Collins' "The Moonstone" as "the first, the longest, and the best of Modern English detective novels". Not everybody might agree with this, but all practitioners, readers, and fans of detective fiction will find much to admire and enjoy in this magnificent 1868 publication.

Although not exactly the first example of detection novels, it provides the archetypal sleuth, Sergeant Cuff, an astute though idiosyncratic detective who leads the chase to the solution of the mystery, easily surpassing the dim-witted local police authorities. It also explores the full potential of the whodunit formula.

Arguably, it is still the longest example of detective fiction. Unlike most other serialized novels of its era, this one is meticulously plotted. You'll find red herrings, suspense, the unexpected, climaxes that overwhelm or fizzle out, and a satisfying denouement. It is narrated largely by some of the principal characters. All are revealed in well-rounded perspective while carrying forward the story line. The most popular has always been Drusilla Clack, "that rampant spinster", a self-righteous tract-dispensing lady who likes to eavesdrop and to be judgmental.

Is it the best? I would unhesitatingly award it the prize, while welcoming other internet browsers to name other contenders.

Wealthy internet browsers are recommended to download the unabridged audio reading of the book. It is a novel that reads well, and the full length reading available is a model of its kind. Naxos has produced an abridged version. It has the benefit of multiple readers, but most of the charm and all the atmosphere seems to disappear in the abridgment process. Book format will put you in touch with the original text and, provided you have the leisure and disposition for tackling a 20 hour read, will provide your imagination, your mind and your literary appetite with rich material.

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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A Timeliness Masterpiece, 8 Dec 2002
This review is from: The Moonstone (Oxford World's Classics) (Paperback)
I was enthralled from the beginning of the book, the fascinating history and "curse" of the Moonstone, as I continue to read on, it was almost impossible to put down the book. An enthralling combination of what makes a "bestseller" nowadays, a cursed gem, the oriental touch, a murder, a love story. The writing was excellent, the characters are vivid, and the progress through a series of narrative by the various characters adds to the suspense of the crime. The plot is also good, it is not easy to guess who stole the Moonstone, even though the book was written about 140 years ago. It won't disappoint you.
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26 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A fantastic romp, 19 Jun 2001
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This review is from: The Moonstone (Oxford World's Classics) (Paperback)
I wish this book wasn't a "classic" because I was put off reading it for years thinking it would be stuffy. When I eventually overcame my preconceptions I discovered it's a madly entertaining romp that uses every Gothic cliche you could invent. A young beautiful heroine who's to inherit a fabulous Indian diamond bearing a curse, a party at a remote country house, the family's faithful old butler, the heroine's dashing cousin who no-one's seen for years, an ex-criminal servant girl with a sinister secret, quicksands, dodgy Indian jugglers (this is 150 years pre political correctness) with a clairvoyant servant-boy, a returning traveller who unmasks them as Brahmin priests determined to get the jewel back, an opium addict, murder and intrigue. So who did steal the diamond? It'll take you right till the end to find out in the most fantastic plot twist, and you'll be gripped all the way.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Moonstone
I am only part way through this book and so far it is very rewarding.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Good detective story
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5.0 out of 5 stars Nothing short of brilliant!
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The first time I read The Moonstone I was both surprised and enthralled. Surprised because I didn't expect the story to be so well structured, so full of suspense and to combine... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars GOOD SOLID STORY WITH MUCH TO MAKE YOU THINK OF
Having had a copy of this book sat on my shelf for many years it was in fact buying an ex library copy of the Law & the Lady for 40p which made me a fan of Collins. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars They dont write them like this any more!
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