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Murder Mysteries: 350+ Detective Novels & True Crime Stories : Sherlock Holmes, Hercule Poirot Cases, P. C. Lee Tales, Father Brown Stories, Dr. Thorndyke Series…

'Murder Mysteries: 350+ Detective Novels & True Crime Stories' presents an array of intricate narratives that delve into the darker aspects of human nature, each crafted by masters of the genre. With an impressive range of literary styles—from the taut and cerebral puzzle mysteries of Doyle and Christie, to the grim procedural narratives of Froest—the collection encapsulates the evolution of detective fiction and true crime from Victorian sensationalism to interwar intrigue. Highlighting themes of justice, deception, and the intellectual duel between detective and perpetrator, this anthology showcases substantial works that have shaped the genre's trajectory. The contributing authors, including notables like Agatha Christie and Arthur Conan Doyle, come from diverse backgrounds, yet share a common thread in their profound influence on crime literature. Each writer's unique perspective is manifested in their narratives, reflecting different societal concerns and stylistic approaches that align with various historical and cultural movements. Their collective works provide a deep exploration of crime fiction's capacity to mirror societal tensions and question human morality. For new and seasoned readers alike, 'Murder Mysteries' offers a robust examination of canonical detective and crime literature. This collection not only celebrates the genre's pioneers but also offers a lens through which contemporary readers can explore themes of morality, law, and justice. As such, it serves as an essential compendium for those wishing to immerse themselves in the intellectual challenges posed by classic crime stories, and provides a broad platform for academic discussion and enjoyment.


Authors:

  • Agatha Christie
  • Edgar Wallace
  • Arthur Conan Doyle
  • Wilkie Collins
  • R. Austin Freeman
  • H. C. McNeile
  • G. K. Chesterton
  • Arthur Morrison
  • Ernest Bramah
  • Victor L. Whitechurch
  • Thomas W. Hanshew
  • E. W. Hornung
  • J. S. Fletcher
  • Rober Barr
  • Frank Froest
  • C. N. Williamson
  • A. M. Williamson
  • Isabel Ostander

Format:

  • E-book

Duration:

  • 21774 pages

Language:

English


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    Agatha Christie

    Agatha Christie is known throughout the world as the Queen of Crime. Her books have sold over a billion copies in English with another billion in over 70 foreign languages. She is the most widely published author of all time and in any language, outsold only by the Bible and Shakespeare. She is the author of 80 crime novels and short story collections, 20 plays, and six novels written under the name of Mary Westmacott.

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    Arthur Conan Doyle was a British writer and physician. He is the creator of the Sherlock Holmes character, writing his debut appearance in A Study in Scarlet. Doyle wrote notable books in the fantasy and science fiction genres, as well as plays, romances, poetry, non-fiction, and historical novels.

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    Wilkie Collins

    Wilkie Collins (1824-1889) began his literary career writing articles and short stories for Dickens' periodicals. He published a biography of his father and a number of plays, but his reputation rests on his novels. Collins is well known for his mystery, suspense, and crime writings. He is best known for his novels in the emerging genres of Sensation and Detective fiction.

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  • 55 books

    Frank Froest

    Frank Castle Froëst was born in the West of England around 1858. Working with the journalist George Dilnot, he wrote . Together they co-authored two further works of fiction: (1915) and (1916). After his wife died in 1916, Frank moved into politics and was elected to Somerset County Council. He died in 1930.

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