Mystery of the Yellow Room (The first detective Joseph Rouletabille novel and one of the first locked room mystery crime fiction novels) (eBook)

Intriguing locked room mystery with clever twists

Gaston Leroux (Autor)

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2023
200 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654778355-8 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Mystery of the Yellow Room," Gaston Leroux crafts a seminal detective narrative that intricately weaves elements of mystery and suspense into the framework of a locked-room scenario. This novel introduces the astute journalist and amateur detective Joseph Rouletabille, who embarks on a thrilling investigation following a bizarre and seemingly impossible attack within a sealed chamber. Leroux'Äôs vivid prose and clever plotting not only engage the reader but also redefine the conventions of crime fiction, setting a procedural tone that would influence future generations of detective narratives. The novel deftly explores themes of perception and deception, reflecting the societal anxieties of its time as it blurs the lines between appearance and reality. Gaston Leroux, a French writer born in 1868, was deeply influenced by the rich tapestry of Parisian life and its mysteries. His background in journalism honed his investigative instincts, which fundamentally shaped his approach to storytelling. Leroux'Äôs earlier work in melodrama and the nascent detective genre culminated in this landmark novel, establishing his legacy as a pioneering force in mystery literature and showcasing his fascination with intricate plots and psychological depth. I highly recommend "The Mystery of the Yellow Room" to readers who appreciate the art of deduction and the thrill of unraveling enigmas. Leroux'Äôs groundbreaking work not only offers a captivating mystery but also invites readers to engage with the intellectual challenges posed by crime and detection, making it a must-read for both enthusiasts of the genre and scholars alike.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 19.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror ► Krimi / Thriller
• Schlagworte: Belphégor • brilliant young detective • classic detective • classic mystery • classic mystery novel • Crime • Crime Fiction • deception and deduction • Detective Fiction • Detective Novel • Early 20th-century detective • French crime fiction • French Literature • Gaston Leroux • Golden Age Mystery • grand chateau setting • Intricate plot twists • Journalistic investigation • Judex • locked room mystery • Mandrin • populaire • Roman • suspenseful atmosphere • Vidocq • Whodunit