L'hôtel hanté

Name: L'hôtel hanté
Author: Wilkie Collins

By Wilkie Collins

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La narration reconstitue, à travers témoignages, lettres et récits croisés, une suite d'événements inquiétants centrés sur un hôtel où une disparition et une mort suscitent rumeurs et enquêtes. Des témoins et des proches rassemblent indices et impressions, mettant au jour jalousies, trahisons et situations ambivalentes tandis que le récit confronte explications rationnelles et suggestions surnaturelles. L'ensemble alterne scènes dramatiques et analyses détaillées, adopte une forme documentaire plurivoque et se termine par une postface qui laisse ouverte la question de la cause réelle des faits.

About the Author

Wilkie Collins

Wilkie Collins (1824-1889) was an English novelist and playwright, renowned for his pioneering contributions to the mystery and detective genres. His works often blend elements of suspense, social commentary, and complex characterizations. Collins is best known for his novel "The Woman in White," which is celebrated for its innovative narrative structure and psychological depth. Other notable works include "Armadale," "Basil," and "The Moonstone," the latter often regarded as one of the first detective novels in English literature. His writing reflects the Victorian era's concerns and intricacies, making him a significant figure in the literary heritage of the time.