Basil

"Basil" by Wilkie Collins tells the intriguing story of a young man named Basil, whose desire for love leads him on a tumultuous journey. Despite his father's insistence on marrying within their social class, Basil falls deeply in love with Margaret Sherwin, a girl he encounters on a bus. Determined to be with her, Basil secretly pursues Margaret and convinces her father to allow them to marry, albeit with the condition of living apart for a year due to Margaret's young age. Initially, their secret arrangement seems to be working, until the enigmatic Mannion, whose true emotions are concealed, returns from overseas. On the final night of their year-long separation, Basil follows Margaret and Mannion, only to discover them engaged in a compromising situation. This revelation thrusts Basil into a world of betrayal and mystery. Will he be able to uncover the truth behind Margaret and Mannion's relationship? "Basil" delves into themes of love, secrets, and the consequences of