Publisher's Synopsis
The Legacy of Cain is a novel written by Wilkie Collins, first published in 1889. The story follows the life of a young man named Felix Sweetsir, who is accused of murdering his father. The novel is set in London during the late 19th century and explores themes of inheritance, family secrets, and the corrupting influence of wealth.The story begins with the death of Felix's father, which is initially believed to be a suicide. However, as more evidence comes to light, Felix is accused of murder and must fight to clear his name. Along the way, he uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal within his own family, including a long-standing feud between his father and his uncle.As Felix struggles to prove his innocence, he also grapples with his own feelings of guilt and shame. He begins to question his own motives and the legacy of his family's wealth, which he begins to see as tainted by greed and corruption.The Legacy of Cain is a gripping tale of suspense and intrigue, with a cast of complex and compelling characters. It is also a powerful commentary on the nature of inheritance and the human desire for wealth and power.AT the request of a person who has claims on me that I must not disown, I consent to look back through a long interval of years and to describe events which took place within the walls of an English prison during the earlier period of my appointment as Governor.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
