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Sergeant Cuff examining Miss Verrinders boudoir. He laid one lean inquiring
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Sergeant Cuff examining Miss Verrinders boudoir. He laid one lean inquiring
Sergeant Cuff examining Miss Verrinders boudoir. He laid one lean inquiring finger on the small smear. 1883 illustration for The Moonstone by Wilkie Collins. 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 1883 illustration for "The Moonstone" by Wilkie Collins, we are transported into the world of English detective novels. The scene depicts Sergeant Cuff, a renowned investigator, meticulously examining Miss Verrinder's boudoir. With an air of intense concentration, he leans forward and places one lean inquiring finger on a small smear, unraveling the mystery that lies within. Published in 1868 and hailed by TS Eliot as the first and greatest of its kind, "The Moonstone" is a sensation in literature. This gripping tale takes readers on a thrilling journey filled with twists and turns as secrets are unveiled through the sharp mind of Sergeant Cuff. The intricate details captured in this illustration bring to life the essence of Victorian-era detective fiction. From Cuff's focused gaze to his poised stance, every element adds to the atmosphere of suspense that permeates throughout the story. As we delve into this mesmerizing image from Universal Images Group (UIG), we can't help but be drawn into the enigmatic world created by Wilkie Collins. It serves as a reminder of how literature has always had the power to transport us beyond reality and ignite our imagination.
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