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"The Dead Alive" is a novella written by Wilkie Collins in 1874, based on the real-life Boorn Brothers murder case. It is also known as "John Jago's Ghost." The story was reprinted in 2005 with an examination of the case by Rob Warden. In 1953, a radio adaptation of "The Dead Alive" was presented on Suspense, starring Herbert Marshall. Wilkie Collins is a well-known author, with other notable works including "The Woman in White" and "The Moonstone." The novella explores themes of wrongful conviction and justice. It is a crime novel that delves into the complexities of the criminal justice system. "The Dead Alive" is considered a significant work in Collins' literary career.