British Mysteries Collection: The Complete 7 Novels & Detective Story (eBook)

Ethel Lina White (Autor)

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2023
1540 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654774349-1 (EAN)

Infos

Ethel Lina White's "British Mysteries Collection: The Complete 7 Novels & Detective Story" offers an enthralling exploration of psychological suspense and intricate plotting that defines early 20th-century British mystery fiction. White's remarkable narrative style deftly intertwines atmospheric settings with meticulous attention to character development, providing a textured backdrop against which her complex stories unfold. The collection features her most notable works, characterized by a deft blend of crime, adventure, and psychological nuance, effectively reflecting the societal anxieties of her time, particularly those surrounding gender and the modernity that reshaped British life in the interwar years. Ethel Lina White (1876-1944) was a pioneering figure in the crime fiction genre, often recognized for her ability to weave suspense with a keen understanding of human psychology. Her experiences as an educated woman in a rapidly changing society significantly impacted her writing, allowing her to address themes of isolation and vulnerability within her narratives. White's literary journey was catalyzed by her own life experiences, as she effortlessly transformed unsettling emotions and societal observations into deeply engaging mysteries that have resonated with readers for generations. This collection is an essential read for fans of classic mystery literature as well as scholars interested in the evolution of the genre. White's ability to craft gripping tales filled with tension and intrigue makes this anthology not only a compendium of her significant contributions to detective fiction but also a study in the social dynamics of her time. Join the ranks of eager sleuths who have delighted in unraveling the expertly woven puzzles that Ethel Lina White masterfully presents.

Autor

Ethil Lina White (1876-1944) was an esteemed British novelist, acclaimed for her works in the mystery and crime fiction genres. Born in Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, she embarked upon her literary journey as a civil servant before turning to writing full-time. Central to her narrative prowess was her ability to construct spellbinding suspense and portray intricate psychological depth within her characters. While not as widely recognized as her contemporaries Agatha Christie or Dorothy L. Sayers, White's influence permeates the mystery genre. Her oeuvre, encapsulated in the 'British Mysteries Collection: The Complete 7 Novels & Detective Story,' showcases her narrative dexterity across works like 'The Wheel Spins' (1936), famously adapted to film by Alfred Hitchcock as 'The Lady Vanishes' (1938). White's literary style often merged the ordinary with the ominous, crafting tales where the banal veneer of British life conceals dark undercurrents. An enigmatic figure herself, White's dedication to her craft rendered her one of the notable figures in the Golden Age of detective fiction, especially among female authors who carved a niche in the traditionally male-dominated sphere of suspense-filled storytelling.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 5.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror ► Krimi / Thriller
• Schlagworte: 20th century British authors • Agatha Christie • Atmospheric British settings • british crime novels • British Crime Writing • Character Study • classic British mysteries • classic detective fiction • Crime Fiction Classics • Cultural social norms • detective anthology • Detective Fiction • early 20th century mysteries • engaging plotlines • English detective stories • Ethel Lina White novels • Fascinating Historical Context • Fergus Hume • golden age crime novels • Golden Age Mysteries • intertwining narratives • interwar Britain • Intricate plot twists • John Grisham • Lynn Brock • midsomer murders • mystery & detective anthologies • mystery collection • P. D. James • Sherlock Holmes • Societal critique • Stephen King • Suspenseful Puzzles • suspenseful storytelling • suspense novel collection • Thomas Cobb • vintage crime fiction • vintage mystery collection • Vivid Character Portrayals • Wilkie Collins