Maxwell Gray, the Silence of Dean Maitland

A new edition of a forgotten late Victorian classic of rural life and sensation fiction is now available.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 424 pages
Publication date: 28 February 2021
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press

The first scholarly edition of this forgotten late Victorian classic of rural life and sensation fiction is now available.

The first scholarly edition of this forgotten late Victorian classic of rural life and sensation fiction is now available. This groundbreaking work, first published in 1896, has been meticulously researched and annotated by a team of experts, providing a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the novel's themes, characters, and historical context.

Set in the picturesque English countryside, the novel follows the story of a young woman named Mary, who moves to a small village with her husband and children. However, she soon discovers that the village is haunted by a series of mysterious deaths and disappearances, and she becomes embroiled in a web of intrigue and danger.

Through her investigations, Mary uncovers a dark secret that links the deaths to a powerful and influential family in the village, and she must navigate a complex web of lies and deceit to uncover the truth and bring the killers to justice.

The novel is a masterwork of suspense and mystery, filled with vivid descriptions of the rural landscape and the social customs of the time. It also explores themes of gender roles, classism, and social inequality, and provides a powerful critique of the patriarchal society of the late Victorian era.

This first scholarly edition is a must-have for anyone interested in the literature of the late Victorian era, or in the history and culture of rural England. It is a beautifully produced book that includes extensive footnotes, an appendix of primary sources, and an introduction by a leading scholar in the field.

In a groundbreaking achievement, the first scholarly edition of this forgotten late Victorian classic of rural life and sensation fiction has been released. This seminal work, originally published in 1896, has undergone meticulous research and annotation by a team of esteemed experts, offering a comprehensive and insightful exploration of its themes, characters, and historical context.

Set in the picturesque English countryside, the novel follows the captivating journey of a young woman named Mary, who relocates to a small village with her husband and children. However, she soon realizes that the village is plagued by a series of enigmatic deaths and disappearances, casting a shadow of intrigue and danger over its inhabitants. Determined to unravel the truth, Mary embarks on a perilous quest, navigating a complex web of lies and deceit.

Through her relentless investigations, Mary uncovers a dark secret that connects the deaths to a powerful and influential family within the village. As she delves deeper into the mystery, she confronts societal norms, gender roles, and classism, challenging the patriarchal structures of the late Victorian era. The novel is a masterpiece of suspense and mystery, vividly capturing the rural landscape and the social customs of the time. It also explores profound themes of gender roles, classism, and social inequality, offering a powerful critique of the prevailing societal norms.

This first scholarly edition is a testament to the enduring legacy of this forgotten classic. Beautifully produced, it boasts extensive footnotes, an appendix of primary sources, and an introduction by a leading scholar in the field. It serves as a valuable resource for scholars, enthusiasts, and anyone seeking to delve into the rich tapestry of late Victorian literature and the history and culture of rural England.

Weight: 638g
Dimension: 155 x 233 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474443241