The Mystery Of Edwin Drood

The Mystery of Edwin Drood is a posthumously published novel by Charles Dickens, first published in 1870. The novel is unfinished, as Dickens died before completing it. The story is set in the fictional town of Cloisterham, and follows the disappearance of young Edwin Drood, a wealthy and popular young man who was engaged to be married to Rosa Bud, a beautiful and innocent young woman. The novel is full of intrigue and mystery, with a number of suspects and potential motives for Edwin's disappearance.The novel is notable for its use of multiple narrators, each with their own perspective on the events of the story. The main narrator is John Jasper, Edwin's uncle and a choirmaster at the local cathedral. Jasper is a complex character, with a dark and mysterious past, and his involvement in Edwin's disappearance is a major plot point.In addition to The Mystery of Edwin Drood, this edition of the book includes a number of uncollected pieces by Dickens, including short stories and essays. These pieces offer a fascinating insight into Dickens' writing style and the themes that preoccupied him throughout his career.Overall, The Mystery of Edwin Drood is a gripping and atmospheric novel that showcases Dickens' skill as a storyteller. Despite its unfinished nature, it remains a classic of English literature and a must-read for fans of Victorian fiction.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.