We Have Always Lived in the Castle

Name: We Have Always Lived in the Castle
Brand: Penguin Books Ltd
SKU: 9780141191454
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By Shirley Jackson

Series: Penguin Modern Classics

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We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson is a compelling tale about the Blackwood family, who live in their isolated mansion following a family tragedy that left most of them dead. The story is narrated by Mary Katherine "Merricat" Blackwood, who navigates life alongside her sister and uncle amidst the villagers' suspicion and hostility. As their secluded existence is disrupted by a visitor, hidden secrets and tensions begin to unravel, leading to a gripping climax.
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This captivating story may appeal to you if you enjoy tales of mystery interwoven with psychological depth and gothic elements. It follows the lives of two sisters living in isolation after a family tragedy, exploring themes of family bonds, societal judgment, and the eerie ambience of small-town life. Its atmosphere, suspense, and unique character dynamics keep readers enthralled from beginning to end.

We Have Always Lived in the Castle

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We Have Always Lived in the Castle is Shirley Jackson's masterpiece— a deliciously dark and funny story of Merricat, a tomboy teenager, beloved sister, and possible mass murderer.

Living in the Blackwood family home with only her sister Constance and her Uncle Julian for company, Merricat just wants to preserve their delicate way of life. But ever since Constance was acquitted of murdering the rest of the family, the world isn't leaving the Blackwoods alone. And when Cousin Charles arrives, armed with overtures of friendship and a desperate need to get into the safe, Merricat must do everything in her power to protect the remaining family.

In her final novel, Shirley Jackson displays a mastery of suspense, family relationships, and black comedy.

Series: Penguin Modern Classics

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Shirley Jackson's novel is celebrated as a masterpiece of Gothic suspense, praised for its eerie and unforgettable atmosphere. Critics highlight Jackson's craftsmanship in creating a charming yet harrowing tale that draws readers deeper into its unsettling depths. The story is regarded as a unique blend of terror and subtlety, offering a richly detailed world filled with mystery and memorable characters.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141191454

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 October 2009

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 136g

Pages: 176

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Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Penguin Books Penguin Classics Series: Penguin Modern Classics Shirley Jackson

About the Author

Shirley Jackson was born in California in 1916. When her short story, 'The Lottery', was first published in the New Yorker in 1948, readers were so horrified they sent her hate mail; it has since become one of the most iconic American stories of all time. Her first novel, The Road Through the Wall, was published in the same year and was followed by Hangsaman, The Bird's Nest, The Sundial, The Haunting of Hill House and We Have Always Lived in the Castle, widely seen as her masterpiece. In addition to her dark, brilliant novels, she wrote lightly fictionalized magazine pieces about family life with her four children and her husband, the critic Stanley Edgar Hyman. Shirley Jackson died in 1965.