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The Adventures of Caleb Williams
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Mystery & ThrillerClassic FictionGeneral Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025529714
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 424
Weight: 1.30
Height: 0.86 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Adventures of Caleb Williams is a pioneering work of psychological suspense and a scathing critique of the abuses of power in eighteenth-century society. Written by the influential philosopher William Godwin, the novel follows the story of Caleb Williams, a young man of modest means who becomes the secretary to the wealthy and charismatic aristocrat, Ferdinando Falkland. After Caleb discovers a dark secret concerning his employer's past, he finds himself ensnared in a relentless and terrifying pursuit.
As Falkland uses his vast resources and social standing to destroy Caleb's reputation and freedom, the narrative evolves into a gripping exploration of justice, legal corruption, and the crushing weight of class privilege. Often cited as one of the earliest examples of the detective novel and the thriller, The Adventures of Caleb Williams remains a powerful indictment of a legal system that favors the powerful over the innocent. It is a masterclass in tension, blending elements of the Gothic tradition with profound political philosophy to create a timeless study of the individual's struggle against institutional tyranny.
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