Possession

by A.S. Byatt

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Overview

A pair of young scholars investigate the lives of two Victorian poets. Following a trail of letters, journals and poems they uncover a web of passion, deceit and tragedy, and their quest becomes a battle against time. Possession is an exhilarating novel of wit and romance, at once a literary detective novel and a triumphant love story.

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Genres

Fiction Classics Historical Fiction Mystery Thriller Young Adult Ebooks

Book details & editions

ISBN	0679735909
Publisher	Vintage
Publication date	September 1990
Language	English
Pages	576 pages

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About the Author

A.S. Byatt

Known for writing in a clear, engaging, and easy-to-follow style. The work feels natural and flows smoothly, making it enjoyable from beginning to end.