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Rachel Verrinder telling Franklin Blake, to his amazement, that she saw him taking the Moonstone
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Rachel Verrinder telling Franklin Blake, to his amazement, that she saw him taking the Moonstone
Rachel Verrinder telling Franklin Blake, to his amazement, that she saw him taking the Moonstone. Illustration by Arthur Fraser (active 1865-1898) for The Moonstone by Wilkie Collins (London, 1890). First published in 1868 and said by TS Eliot to be the the first and greatest of English detective novels
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In this illustration by Arthur Fraser, we witness a pivotal moment from Wilkie Collins' sensational novel, "The Moonstone". The scene depicts Rachel Verrinder confronting Franklin Blake with an astonishing revelation - she saw him taking the precious Moonstone. As the image unfolds before our eyes, we can almost feel the tension and disbelief emanating from Franklin's expression. Fraser's skillful brushstrokes bring to life the complex emotions of these two central characters. Rachel stands tall and determined, her gaze fixed upon Franklin as she delivers her shocking accusation. Her face is etched with a mix of disappointment and resolve, while her outstretched arm emphasizes the weight of her words. Meanwhile, Franklin's reaction is one of sheer amazement. His mouth hangs open in disbelief, his eyes wide with surprise. The artist masterfully captures this moment of realization that his secret has been uncovered. "The Moonstone" hailed by T. S. Eliot as the first and greatest English detective novel, comes alive through Fraser's evocative illustration. This timeless piece transports us back to 19th-century London where secrets unravel amidst a backdrop of mystery and intrigue. As we delve into this literary masterpiece through Fraser's visual interpretation, we are reminded once again why "The Moonstone" continues to captivate readers even after more than a century since its initial publication in 1868.
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