MURDER AT THE PAGEANT, DOWNLAND ECHOES & THE CANON IN RESIDENCE (3 British Mystery Classics) (eBook)

Enriched edition. Thriller Novels

Victor L. Whitechurch (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2024
527 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654780784-1 (EAN)

Infos

In "Murder at the Pageant, Downland Echoes & The Canon in Residence," Victor L. Whitechurch masterfully weaves a triptych of British mysteries steeped in the atmospheric charm of early 20th-century England. The narratives reflect a keen attention to detail and a rich sense of place, immersing readers in the subtleties of social dynamics and the intrigue of human relationships. Each story showcases Whitechurch's deft characterization and his ability to craft suspense, all while reveling in the nuanced conventions of the golden age of detective fiction, making these tales resonate within both their literary and historical contexts. Victor L. Whitechurch was an influential figure in the early mystery genre, whose experiences as a railway engineer allowed him to explore themes of travel and transportation in his writings. His diverse professional background and passion for storytelling led him to create engaging plots that reflect both his technical knowledge and understanding of the human condition. Whitechurch's contributions to the genre have often been undervalued, yet they reveal the author's unique perspective on crime, morality, and the era's culture. Readers seeking a compelling blend of intriguing plots, rich character development, and evocative settings will find in this collection a gateway to the classic British mystery. With its timeless themes and captivating prose, "Murder at the Pageant, Downland Echoes & The Canon in Residence" is a must-read for enthusiasts of the genre and newcomers alike, promising to entertain and engage its audience thoroughly.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 11.1.2024
• Einführung: Keaton Dalesworth
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Keaton Dalesworth
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror ► Krimi / Thriller
• Schlagworte: Agatha Christie • british detective fiction • British mystery classics • classic british literature • classic whodunit tales • Compelling character development • Cozy Mysteries • Dan Brown • Detective Fiction • Downland Echoes • early 20th-century mysteries • Edgar Wallace • Father Brown • golden age of detective fiction • intricate plotting style • John Grisham • Murder at the Pageant • period suspense fiction • psychological mystery novels • Sherlock Holmes • Stieg Larsson • suspenseful storylines • the big sleep • The Canon in Residence • The Maltese Falcon • The Name of the Rose • victorian era setting • Victor L. Whitechurch • Vintage British Mysteries • vintage crime stories