Basil

Basil is a novel written by Wilkie Collins, published in 1852. The story revolves around the life of a young man named Basil, who falls in love with a beautiful and mysterious woman named Margaret Sherwin. Despite being warned by his friends and family about Margaret's questionable past and reputation, Basil is unable to resist her charm and becomes obsessed with her.As their relationship develops, Basil begins to uncover Margaret's dark secrets and realizes that she is not who she appears to be. He becomes entangled in a web of lies, deceit, and betrayal, leading to a dramatic and tragic conclusion.The novel explores themes of love, obsession, betrayal, and the consequences of one's actions. It also provides a glimpse into Victorian society and the strict social norms and expectations of the time.Basil is a gripping and suspenseful read, showcasing Wilkie Collins' talent for crafting complex characters and intricate plot twists. It is a must-read for fans of classic literature and Victorian-era dramas.I loved her! All that I felt, all that I knew, was summed up in those few words! Deteriorating as my passion was in its effect on the exercise of my mental powers, and on my candour and sense of duty in my intercourse with home, it was a pure feeling towards her. This is truth. If I lay on my death-bed, at the present moment, and knew that, at the Judgment Day, I should be tried by the truth or falsehood of the lines just written, I could say with my last breath: So be it; let them remain.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.