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Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier is a captivating Gothic novel that follows a young, unnamed narrator who marries a wealthy widower, Maxim de Winter. As she moves into his grand estate, Manderley, she finds herself haunted by the lingering presence and mysterious death of his first wife, Rebecca. The story unfolds with an atmosphere of suspense and intrigue as the new Mrs. de Winter navigates the shadows cast by the past.
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You might enjoy this classic novel if you're intrigued by tales of mystery and suspense infused with themes of identity and psychological tension. The story's gothic atmosphere intertwines with romance and intrigue, leaving readers captivated by its gripping and haunting narrative set in an imposing English manor.

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Rebecca

A stunning hardback edition to mark the eightieth anniversary of one of the best-loved novels ever written. A bestselling gothic tale of love, murder and secrets.

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NOW A MAJOR NETFLIX FILM starring Lily James, Armie Hammer, Kristin Scott Thomas and Lily Collins.

'The moment I finished this story, I turned to page one and started it over again' Malorie Blackman

'Excellent entertainment . . . du Maurier created a scale by which modern women can measure their feelings' Stephen King

Rebecca is a masterpiece in which du Maurier pulls off several spectacular high-wire acts that many great writers wouldn't attempt' Jim Crace, Guardian

On a trip to the South of France, the shy heroine of Rebecca falls in love with Maxim de Winter, a handsome widower. Although his proposal comes as a surprise, she happily agrees to marry him. But as they arrive at her husband's home, Manderley, a change comes over Maxim, and the young bride is filled with dread. Friendless in the isolated mansion, she realises that she barely knows him. In every corner of every room is the phantom of his beautiful first wife, Rebecca, and the new Mrs de Winter walks in her shadow.

Not since Jane Eyre has a heroine faced such difficulty with the other woman. An international bestseller that has never gone out of print, Rebecca is the haunting story of a young girl consumed by love and the struggle to find her identity.

'As a new generation of readers are introduced to the wicked housekeeper Mrs Danvers and learn Maxim de Winter's terrible secret, this chilling, suspenseful tale is as fresh and readable as it was when it was first written' Daily Telegraph

Series: Virago Modern Classics

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Rebecca is celebrated as one of the most influential novels of the twentieth century, often compared to a myth or dream for its powerful cultural impact. It's praised for its entertainment value and psychological depth, with Stephen King highlighting its relevance to modern audiences. Many reviews remark on its haunting and mesmerising qualities, noting how it reveals more upon each reading, establishing it as a timeless masterpiece that continues to captivate readers.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780349010267

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 March 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Virago Press Ltd

Contributors:

  • Introduction by Sarah Perry
  • Introduction by Sarah Perry

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 39.0mm

Width: 145.0mm

Height: 218.0mm

Weight: 646g

Pages: 448

About the Author

Daphne du Maurier (1907-1989) was born in London, England. In 1931 her first novel, The Loving Spirit was published. A biography of her father and three other novels followed, but it was the novel Rebecca that launched her into the literary stratosphere and made her one of the most popular authors of her day. In 1932, du Maurier married Major Frederick Browning with whom she had three children.

Many of du Maurier's bestselling novels and short stories were adapted into award-winning films, including Alfred Hitchcock's The Birds and Nicolas Roeg's Don't Look Now. In 1969, du Maurier was awarded the Dame Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (DBE). She lived most of her life in Cornwall and died there which is the setting for many of her books.

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