Caleb Williams (Oxford World's Classics)
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| Rating | : | 4.64 (647 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0199232067 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 416 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-08-01 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
This is the first paperback edition to reproduce the first edition (1794), restoring the original, highly topical novel written during the political crisis of 1793-4 when the British government clamped down on the burgeoning reform movement. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.. His discovery of the truth leads to false accusations against him, and a vengeful pursuit as suspenseful as any thriller. Falkland is subject to fits of u
A breathtaking plot with twists and turns as the protagonist gets into trouble because of his curiosity Daily Express, Cathy Tyson
Pamela Clemit is Professor of English at Queen Mary University of London and a Supernumerary Fellow at Wolfson College, Oxford. She is also the recipient of the 2016 Keats-Shelley Association of America Distinguished Scholar Award.
"Great book!" according to Sarah. Love this book! The language takes some getting used to because its older english, but once you get into it this is a fascinating story with great themes of freedom, adventure, power, and storytelling. Caleb is an interesting character, and the book leaves you wondering at the end if everything he wrote is true or not.. "It's okay--like a soap opera that never end seems to end." according to Joseph Ferrerosa. I keep trying to read this, but I find myself not being able to get through it. I mean the first-half is sooo long and dully repetitive I'd feel more at home reading "Pamela" or "Clarissa."