Vintage Mysteries - 70+ Stories in One Volume (Thriller Classics Collection) : The Siamese Twin of a Bomb-Thrower, The Adventures of Sherlaw Kombs, The Great Pegram Mystery

In "Vintage Mysteries - 70+ Stories in One Volume," Robert Barr curates a compelling anthology that pays homage to the golden age of detective fiction. Each tale encapsulates the essence of early 20th-century storytelling, characterized by its intricate plots, clever twists, and a plethora of memorable characters. Barr deftly employs a concise yet evocative narrative style, ensuring that the breath of ingenuity present in each mystery unfolds with tantalizing suspense and dramatic flair. This volume serves not only as a collection of thrilling narratives but also as a pivotal exploration of the genre's evolution, illuminating the tropes that have shaped modern thrillers. Barr, a prominent figure in the literary landscape, was deeply embedded in the vibrant culture of his time, allowing him to draw upon a rich tapestry of influences. His experiences as a writer for newspapers and his exposure to a variety of literary styles fostered an acute understanding of suspense and character dynamics, which is evident throughout this anthology. His passion for the genre and keen insights into human nature invite readers into a world of intrigue where nothing is ever as it seems. This volume is a must-read for enthusiasts of classic literature and modern thrillers alike. Barr's "Vintage Mysteries" not only entertains but also revitalizes the reader's appreciation for the craftsmanship behind well-woven tales of suspense. The collection promises to engage readers, making it a perfect companion for both casual readers and aficionados of detective fiction.


  1. The Doom of London

    Robert Barr

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  2. Best Short Stories Omnibus - Volume 2

    August Nemo, Mary Shelley, D. H. Lawrence, Ellis Parker Butler, Anthony Trollope, Zona Gale, Emma Orczy, Don Marquis, Charles W. Chesnutt, Kathleen Norris, Stanley G. Weinbaum, Honoré de Balzac, M. R. James, Banjo Paterson, Bret Harte, Henry Lawson, W. W. Jacobs, Charlotte M. Yonge, Mary E. Freeman, L. Frank Baum, O.Henry, William Dean Howells, T. S. Arthur, Sherwood Anderson, Robert Barr, Lafcadio Hearn, Giovanni Verga, Hamlin Garland, Émile Zola, Stewart Edward White, Sarah Orne Jewett, Willa Cather, George Ade, Robert W. Chambers, Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson, Ruth McEnery Stuart, lord Dunsany, George Gissing, Théophile Gautier, Paul Heyse, Selma Lagerlöf, Thomas Burke, Edith Nesbit, Arthur Morrison, Saki (H.H. Munro), Stacy Aumonier, John Galsworthy, Ernest Bramah

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  3. 99 Classic Science-Fiction Short Stories : Works by Philip K. Dick, Ray Bradbury, Isaac Asimov, H.G. Wells, Edgar Allan Poe, Seabury Quinn, Jack London...and many more !

    Ray Bradbury, Philip K Dick, Abraham Merritt, Amelia Long Reynolds, Anthony Melvillle Rud, Arthur Train, Clark Ashton Smith, David H. Keller, Donald Allen Wollheim, E. M. Forster, Edgar Allan Poe, Edgar Fawcett, Ellis Parker Butler, Fletcher Pratt, Francis Flagg, Frank Owen, Frank R. Stockton, Fred M. White, George Allan England, Green Peyton Wertenbaker, H.G. Wells, Isaac Asimov, Jack G. Huekels, Jack London, Jack Williamson, Katherine MacLean, Leo Szilard, Miles John Breuer, Nelson Slade Bond, Peter B. Kyne, Ray Cummings, Raymond F. O'Kelley, Robert Barr, Robert Welles Ritchie, Roquia Sakhawat Hussain, Rudyard Kipling, Seabury Quinn, Tudor Jenks, W.L. Alden, Readym Anthologies

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  4. 75+ BEDTIME COSY MYSTERY TALES - Premium Collection (Thriller Classics Series) : Enriched edition. Classic Mysteries for Bedtime Thrills

    Robert Barr

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  5. ROBERT BARR Ultimate Collection: 20 Novels & 65+ Detective Stories (Including Eugéne Valmont Mysteries & The Adventures of Sherlaw Kombs) : Captivating Mystery Collection: Detective Fiction Classics

    Robert Barr

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  6. Vintage Mysteries - 70+ Stories in One Volume (Thriller Classics Collection) : The Siamese Twin of a Bomb-Thrower, The Adventures of Sherlaw Kombs, The Great Pegram Mystery

    Robert Barr

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  7. Murder for Christmas Eve : Musreder Mysteries for Holidays: The Flying Stars, A Christmas Capture, Markheim, The Wolves of Cernogratz, The Ghost's Touch…

    Charles Dickens, Robert Louis Stevenson, Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, George MacDonald, Arthur Cheney Train, Arthur Conan Doyle, Thomas Hardy, John Kendrick Bangs, Robert Barr, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Grant Allen, Wilkie Collins, O.Henry, Saki, Fergus Hume, Edgar Wallace, William Douglas O'Connor, Florence Marryat, Catherine Crowe, James Bowker, R Austin Freeman, J.M. Barrie, G.K. Chesterton, Jerome K Jerome, M. R. James, Fred M. White, Sabine Baring-Gould, Mary Elizabeth Braddon, Frank R. Stockton, Louisa M. Alcott, Leonard Kip, Emmuska Orczy, Lucie E. Jackson, Katherine Rickford

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  8. ROBERT BARR Ultimate Collection: 20 Novels & 65+ Detective Stories : Eugéne Valmont Mysteries & The Adventures of Sherlaw Kombs

    Robert Barr

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  9. Vintage Mysteries - 70+ Stories in One Volume (Thriller Classics Collection) : Enriched edition. The Siamese Twin of a Bomb-Thrower, The Adventures of Sherlaw Kombs, The Great Pegram Mystery

    Robert Barr

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  10. Murder for Christmas Eve : Musreder Mysteries for Holidays: The Flying Stars, A Christmas Capture, Markheim, The Wolves of Cernogratz, The Ghost's Touch…

    Charles Dickens, Robert Louis Stevenson, Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, George MacDonald, Arthur Cheney Train, Arthur Conan Doyle, Thomas Hardy, John Kendrick Bangs, Robert Barr, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Grant Allen, Wilkie Collins, O.Henry, Saki, Fergus Hume, Edgar Wallace, William Douglas O'Connor, Florence Marryat, Catherine Crowe, James Bowker, R Austin Freeman, J.M. Barrie, G.K. Chesterton, Jerome K Jerome, M. R. James, Fred M. White, Sabine Baring-Gould, Mary Elizabeth Braddon, Frank R. Stockton, Louisa M. Alcott, Leonard Kip, Emmuska Orczy, Lucie E. Jackson, Katherine Rickford

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  11. A Chicago Princess : Secrets and Intrigue in Gilded Chicago

    Robert Barr

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