Little Novels

Published in 1887, 'Little Novels' by Wilkie Collins is a collection of stories that delve into the complexities of human emotions and relationships, often incorporating elements of the supernatural. The anthology opens with 'Mrs. Zant and the Ghost,' where a widower and his daughter encounter a mysterious woman whose haunting experiences blur the lines between reality and the supernatural. Collins, known for his pioneering work in detective fiction, uses these narratives to explore themes of compassion, intuition, and the uncanny within the social context of 19th-century England.