The Quincunx: The Inheritance of John Huffam
Condition: SECONDHAND
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The Quincunx is an epic Dickensian-like mystery novel set in 19th century England, and concerns the varying fortunes of young John Huffam and his mother. A thrilling complex plot is made more intriguing by the unreliable narrator of the book - how much can we believe of what he says? First published in 1989, The Quincunx was a surprise bestseller and began a trend for pastiche Victorian novels. It remains one of the best.
Author: Charles Palliser
Format: Paperback, 1248 pages, 130mm x 198mm, 848 g
Published: 1995, Penguin Books Ltd, United Kingdom
Genre: General & Literary Fiction
Description
The Quincunx is an epic Dickensian-like mystery novel set in 19th century England, and concerns the varying fortunes of young John Huffam and his mother. A thrilling complex plot is made more intriguing by the unreliable narrator of the book - how much can we believe of what he says? First published in 1989, The Quincunx was a surprise bestseller and began a trend for pastiche Victorian novels. It remains one of the best.
The Quincunx: The Inheritance of John Huffam