The Black Robe - Collins, Wilkie

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Résumé :
Wilkie Collins was an English novelist, poet, and playwright writing in the mid 19th century. His writing was very popular consisting of 27 novels, 50 short stories, 15 plays, and over 100 poems. His best-known works were The Woman in White, The Moonstone and Armadale. The Black Robe is the story of a man and a woman who marry. A Jesuit wants their property. He succeeds in breaking up the couple and in making everyone miserable. Collins does an excellent job of portraying the prejudice against Jews and Catholics in Victorian England

Biographie:
Wilkie Collins (1824-1889) was an English author and playwright widely regarded as one of the pioneers of the mystery and detective genres. Known for his intricate plots, suspenseful narratives, and complex characters, Collins captivated Victorian readers with his thrilling tales. His most famous work, 'The Woman in White', is considered a masterpiece of gothic fiction and has left an indelible mark on the genre.