The Last Dickens

Name: The Last Dickens
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SKU: 9780099512752
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By Matthew Pearl

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Summary

In The Last Dickens by Matthew Pearl, the narrative unfolds as publisher James R. Osgood sets out to uncover the truth behind Charles Dickens's unfinished novel, The Mystery of Edwin Drood, following Dickens's sudden death. Set against the backdrop of the late 19th century literary world, the story entwines mystery, historical drama, and literary intrigue, highlighting the tensions and secrets that permeate the book industry during that era. Osgood's quest takes him from Boston to London, leading to dangerous encounters and unexpected revelations about Dickens's final work.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you have a fascination with literary history and mysteries. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century America and England, the story delves into the world of Charles Dickens and his unfinished final novel. The blend of real historical figures and fictional intrigue may appeal to fans of classic literature and those who love a thrilling, atmospheric read.

The Last Dickens

With his livelihood - indeed his life - in jeopardy, Dickens' publisher sets out to unravel the mystery. The trail leads him from bustling West End theatres, through grimy East End backstreets, into the fug of illicit opium dens, as the crime he hopes to solve ensnares him.

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Matthew Pearl is the new shining star of literary fiction - an immensely gifted author - Dan Brown

1870. Charles Dickens is dead.

The final instalment of his last manuscript has vanished.

The script was last seen addressed to the publisher whose fortunes depend on it. Since its sudden disappearance, the only clue to its whereabouts is a trail of brutal murders.

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Matthew Pearl's The Last Dickens is praised for its compelling plot filled with incidents, twists, and dramatic moments, offering a gripping story from start to finish. It is described as a significant piece of mystery by some reviewers and is noted for its detailed portrayal of a bygone era, effectively immersing readers into its historical setting.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780099512752

Publisher: Vintage Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 January 2010

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Vintage

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 320g

Pages: 464

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Historical Fiction Literary Fiction Matthew Pearl Penguin Books

About the Author

Matthew Pearl is the internationally bestselling author of The Dante Club, published in more than thirty languages and forty countries. His other books include The Poe Shadow and The Last Dickens. Pearl is a graduate of Harvard University and Yale Law School and has taught literature at Harvard and at Emerson College. He lives in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

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