Armadale
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ePUB 3
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Erscheinungsdatum
09.02.2026
Verlag
CLXBXSeitenzahl
1023 (Printausgabe)
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1066 KB
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Englisch
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9788608645724
Armadale is one of Wilkie Collins's most complex and thrilling novels, a masterwork of Victorian sensation fiction that weaves mystery, psychological depth, and moral intrigue into a powerful narrative of fate and obsession. First published in 1866, the novel explores how secrets of the past can shape-and destroy-the lives of those who inherit them.
The story begins with a confession that reveals a dark crime committed years earlier, binding the destinies of two young men who share the same name: Allan Armadale. As they grow into adulthood, friendship, betrayal, and hidden motives intertwine, leading to a tense struggle against manipulation and revenge. At the heart of the novel stands one of Collins's most unforgettable creations-Lydia Gwilt, a brilliant, dangerous, and morally complex woman whose intelligence and desperation drive the story toward its tragic climax.
Through intricate plotting and shifting perspectives, Collins examines themes of identity, inherited guilt, fate versus free will, and the psychological consequences of wrongdoing. His vivid characters and suspenseful pacing keep readers in constant uncertainty, while his exploration of moral ambiguity challenges conventional Victorian ideals of virtue and villainy.
Armadale is both a gripping mystery and a profound psychological study, showcasing Wilkie Collins at the height of his creative powers. Dark, daring, and emotionally rich, the novel remains essential reading for fans of classic crime fiction, Gothic literature, and the origins of the modern psychological thriller.
The story begins with a confession that reveals a dark crime committed years earlier, binding the destinies of two young men who share the same name: Allan Armadale. As they grow into adulthood, friendship, betrayal, and hidden motives intertwine, leading to a tense struggle against manipulation and revenge. At the heart of the novel stands one of Collins's most unforgettable creations-Lydia Gwilt, a brilliant, dangerous, and morally complex woman whose intelligence and desperation drive the story toward its tragic climax.
Through intricate plotting and shifting perspectives, Collins examines themes of identity, inherited guilt, fate versus free will, and the psychological consequences of wrongdoing. His vivid characters and suspenseful pacing keep readers in constant uncertainty, while his exploration of moral ambiguity challenges conventional Victorian ideals of virtue and villainy.
Armadale is both a gripping mystery and a profound psychological study, showcasing Wilkie Collins at the height of his creative powers. Dark, daring, and emotionally rich, the novel remains essential reading for fans of classic crime fiction, Gothic literature, and the origins of the modern psychological thriller.
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