Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier (Vintage 1974 Edition)

“Rebecca” is a Gothic novel by British author Daphne Du Maurier. The book was published in 1938 and has since become a classic of English literature. The story is narrated by an unnamed young woman who becomes the second wife of Maxim de Winter, a wealthy widower. The couple move to Manderley, Maxim’s grand estate in Cornwall, but the new Mrs. de Winter finds herself haunted by the memory of Maxim’s first wife, the beautiful and enigmatic Rebecca, who died under mysterious circumstances.

As the story unfolds, Mrs. de Winter becomes increasingly obsessed with Rebecca’s legacy, and begins to uncover a web of secrets and lies that threaten to destroy her marriage and her sanity. The novel explores themes such as jealousy, obsession, identity, and the destructive power of the past.

“Rebecca” is widely regarded as a masterpiece of suspense and psychological drama. It has been adapted for film, television, and stage, and has influenced numerous works of literature and popular culture. The novel’s atmospheric setting, complex characters, and gripping plot have made it a beloved classic among readers of all ages.