Heart and Science

Book Review

Wilkie Collins' «Heart and Science» is a novel that explores the conflict between emotions and rationality, a theme that was relevant during the Victorian era. Collins, known for his detective and social novels, addresses questions of ethics and morality in science in this book. The main heroine, Ovidia, faces a dilemma where her feelings contradict scientific principles, prompting the reader to ponder the limits of human empathy and cold logic. Critics note that Collins masterfully combines elements of social critique with a gripping plot, although some believe the novel falls short compared to his more famous works like «The Woman in White». Nonetheless, «Heart and Science» deserves attention for its bold attempt to raise important questions that remain relevant today.