The Adventures of Caleb Williams

Praised for its engaging plot, psychological depth, and social commentary, this tale tells of Caleb Williams entanglement with his wealthy land-owning boss. With themes of power, privilege, justice, and the abuse of authority, this is a most engaging tale from the father of the creator of Frankenstein.

Things as They Are; or, The Adventures of Caleb Williams by William Godwin is an Upper Class Murder Mystery literature first published in 1794 in London.

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“To do what is forbidden always has its charms, because we have an indistinct apprehension of something arbitrary and tyrannical in the prohibition.”
“...the law has neither eyes, nor ears, nor bowels of humanity; and it turns into marble the hearts of all those that are nursed in its principles.”

― William Godwin, Caleb Williams
About the Book
"The Adventures of Caleb Williams" tells the tale of a young man named Caleb Williams who works as Ferdinando Falkland's secretary and eventually becomes extremely wealthy. As the narrative progresses, Caleb learns a sinister secret about Falkland that leads him into a maze of peril, mystery, and, in the end, his escape. Throughout the book, topics including privilege, power, injustice, and abuse of authority are examined.

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• Original 1794 Text
• Classic Murder-Mystery Literature

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• Historical Context
• Detailed 18th Century Historical bullet pointed context