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In 1990, Charles Palliser made a remarkable debut with a densely plotted novel that intricately details early 19th-century English society. In his fourth novel, Palliser shifts to the late Victorian era, offering a meticulously crafted narrative filled with treachery and interconnected mysteries. The story begins with Philip Barthram, who travels to Geneva for a cryptic meeting with a dying woman. This encounter leads to "The Courtine Account," a memoir by historian Edward Courtine, recounting his 1881 visit to the cathedral town of Thurchester. Courtine seeks reconciliation with his estranged college roommate, Austin Fickling, and hopes to find a manuscript in the local library that could illuminate his studies on King Alfred's reign. As Courtine navigates personal and academic challenges, he becomes embroiled in two unresolved mysteries: the 200-year-old murders of William Burgoyne and Launcelot Freeth, and the recent brutal killing of a banker, which occurs shortly after his visit to the banker's home. Palliser skillfully guides readers through a complex labyrinth of fact, rumor, and legend, where the pursuit of objective truth proves elusive. Throughout his journey, Courtine reassesses his relationships and personal failures. This novel is a captivating blend of excitement, mystery, and intellectual challenge, resonating with fans of literary giants like Dickens and Collins.
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Dolende geesten, Charles Palliser, Maaike Post
- Lingua
- Pubblicato
- 2000
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- Prezzo
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- Titolo
- Dolende geesten
- Lingua
- Olandese
- Autori
- Charles Palliser, Maaike Post
- Editore
- Ooievaar
- Pubblicato
- 2000
- Formato
- In brossura
- Pagine
- 323
- ISBN10
- 9057134578
- ISBN13
- 9789057134579
- Serie
- Tag
- Narrativa, Gialli & Thriller, Prosa storica, Gialli, Horror, Omicidi, Festività, Natale, Inghilterra, Gran Bretagna, Londra, Cupoe, oscuro, Gotico, Chiesa, Horror gotico
- Titolo originale
- The unburied
- Valutazione
- 3,5 su 5
- Descrizione
- In 1990, Charles Palliser made a remarkable debut with a densely plotted novel that intricately details early 19th-century English society. In his fourth novel, Palliser shifts to the late Victorian era, offering a meticulously crafted narrative filled with treachery and interconnected mysteries. The story begins with Philip Barthram, who travels to Geneva for a cryptic meeting with a dying woman. This encounter leads to "The Courtine Account," a memoir by historian Edward Courtine, recounting his 1881 visit to the cathedral town of Thurchester. Courtine seeks reconciliation with his estranged college roommate, Austin Fickling, and hopes to find a manuscript in the local library that could illuminate his studies on King Alfred's reign. As Courtine navigates personal and academic challenges, he becomes embroiled in two unresolved mysteries: the 200-year-old murders of William Burgoyne and Launcelot Freeth, and the recent brutal killing of a banker, which occurs shortly after his visit to the banker's home. Palliser skillfully guides readers through a complex labyrinth of fact, rumor, and legend, where the pursuit of objective truth proves elusive. Throughout his journey, Courtine reassesses his relationships and personal failures. This novel is a captivating blend of excitement, mystery, and intellectual challenge, resonating with fans of literary giants like Dickens and Collins.