Wilkie Collins's novel, "The Moonstone," is a foundational work in the detective fiction genre, centering on the theft of a valuable Indian diamond. It is widely regarded as one of the earliest and most influential English detective novels, establishing many conventions of the form.
Sources for Wilkie Collins — The Moonstone
Wilkie Collins — The Moonstone in First Mystery Novels and Stories
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