The Complete Crime Novels of Edgar Wallace (90 Novels in One Edition) (eBook)

The Secret House, The Daffodil Mystery, The Angel of Terror, The Crimson Circle, The Black Abbot…

Edgar Wallace (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
665 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654775594-4 (EAN)

Infos

Edgar Wallace's "The Complete Crime Novels of Edgar Wallace" presents an exhaustive collection of his 90 crime novels, offering readers an intricate tapestry of mystery, action, and psychological depth. Renowned for his crisp prose and dynamic storytelling, Wallace's works blend elements of detective fiction with the burgeoning themes of early 20th-century crime literature, capturing the grit and intrigue of British society. The compilation emphasizes his skill in crafting suspenseful narratives, often featuring complex characters navigating a web of deception and moral ambiguity, all while echoing the social anxieties of the time.

Autor

British author Richard Horatio Edgar Wallace (1875–1932) was a prolific writer, journalist, and playwright, renowned for being one of the most popular and widely read thriller writers of his era. His literary journey began with his work as a war correspondent during the Second Boer War for Reuters and the Daily Mail, after which he turned to writing novels full-time, producing a vast array of works. Wallace's oeuvre encompasses a remarkable range of genres, including crime, adventure, and mystery fiction, showcasing his penchant for intricate plots and rapid-fire pacing. A pioneer in the crime thriller genre, his body of work includes the creation of iconic characters such as 'J.G. Reeder' and the vigilante known as 'The Four Just Men', who took up residence in the popular imagination. 'The Complete Crime Novels of Edgar Wallace' is an impressive collection that showcases the depth and breadth of Wallace's narrative talent across 90 novels. His literary style often employed cliffhanger endings and engaging dialogue, earning him the moniker 'The King of Thrillers'. Although his work fell into relative obscurity after his death, Wallace's influence can still be felt in the crime fiction genre and his prodigious output remains a testament to his storytelling prowess and enduring appeal to lovers of suspense and detective fiction.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 17.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror ► Krimi / Thriller
• Schlagworte: 20th-century crime thrillers • Agatha Christie • british detective stories • classic crime fiction • classic crime stories • Complex characterizations • crime novel anthologies • Criminal underworld narratives • Dan Brown • detective fiction collection • early 20th-century England • early 20th century mysteries • Edgar Wallace novels • Edwardian era crime fiction • English thriller books • fast-paced narratives • golden age crime novels • Golden Age detective fiction • Gone Girl • Historical courtroom dramas • Intricate plot twists • John Grisham • Journalistic influence • Master of suspenseful storytelling • mystery anthologies • mystery genre pioneers • P. D. James • Police procedural classics • Prolific crime novelist • Prolific mystery author • Reporter turned novelist • Sherlock Holmes • social commentary fiction • Stieg Larsson • The Vault • vintage mystery collections • Wayward • Wilkie Collins