ARTHUR CONAN DOYLE Ultimate Collection: 21 Novels, 188 Short Stories, 88 Poems & 7 Plays, Including Works on Spirituality, Historical Writings & Personal Memoirs (Illustrated) (eBook)

Enriched edition.

Arthur Conan Doyle (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2024
10439 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654781284-5 (EAN)

Infos

The "Arthur Conan Doyle Ultimate Collection" is a comprehensive anthology that encapsulates the prolific work of one of literature's most celebrated figures. Spanning a diverse array of genres, this collection offers 21 novels, 188 short stories, 88 poems, and 7 plays, showcasing Doyle's unparalleled ability to engage readers with finely wrought prose, rich characterization, and intricate plots. The literary context of this collection is rooted in the Victorian Era, where Doyle deftly intertwined elements of detective fiction with historical narratives and explorations of spirituality, reflecting the complexities of the human experience in a rapidly changing world. Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was not only a distinguished author but also a physician and a fervent advocate for spiritualism. His experiences in medicine and life, including his fascination with the supernatural, deeply influenced his writings, leading him to explore themes of mysticism alongside his iconic detective, Sherlock Holmes. Doyle's diverse interests and keen observations of society lend a multidimensional quality to the works included in this collection, providing insight into the societal concerns of his time. This anthology is an essential addition to the library of any literature aficionado, offering both an introduction to Doyle's celebrated detective tales and a deeper exploration of his other literary endeavors. Readers will find joy in immersing themselves in the imaginative and varied worlds he created, making it a remarkable journey through a literary legacy that has captivated audiences for generations.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- 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: 16.1.2024
• Einführung: Malcolm Ainsworth
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Malcolm Ainsworth
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror ► Krimi / Thriller
• Schlagworte: Agatha Christie • And Then She Was Gone • british authors • classic adventure tales • Classic Literature • Dan Brown • Detective Fiction • detective fiction anthology • Father Brown • historical fiction • historical narrative collection • Human nature themes • Illustrated literary works • illustrated works • In the blood • John Grisham • Ken Follett • Memoirs • My Sister's Grave • mystery character studies • mystery novels • Personal memoir reflections • poetic storytelling techniques • Robert Ludlum • Sherlock Holmes • Spiritualism • Spirituality in literature • the missing ones • Victorian era stories • Victorian Literature