"The Woman in White" is a novel written by Wilkie Collins, first published in 1859. It is considered one of the earliest mystery and detective novels, featuring a complex plot that revolves around themes of identity, madness, and social injustice. The story is narrated through multiple perspectives, primarily focusing on Walter Hartright, a drawing teacher who encounters a mysterious woman dressed in white. The narrative follows Walter as he becomes entangled in the lives of Laura Fairlie and Sir Percival Glyde, uncovering dark secrets and conspiracies. The novel explores the plight of women in Victorian society, highlighting issues such as inheritance rights and the constraints placed on them by marriage and class.