Seven Keys to Baldpate (eBook)

Mysterious Thriller in a Closed Mountain Hotel

Earl Derr Biggers (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
194 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654767804-5 (EAN)

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Earl Derr Biggers' "Seven Keys to Baldpate" is a captivating mystery novel that artfully combines wit, humor, and suspense within its tightly woven plot. Published in 1913, the story follows the protagonist, a writer named Bill Moffat, who seeks solitude in a desolate inn, only to find the location overrun by a motley crew of characters, each with their own secrets. The novel is framed in a classic locked-room mystery style, offering sharp dialogues and ironic commentary on human nature, reflecting the early 20th-century fascination with both the mystery genre and the societal changes of the time. Biggers, best known for creating the iconic Charlie Chan character, was greatly influenced by his experiences as a journalist and a keen observer of social dynamics. His background in theatre and a deep appreciation for the culture of his era permeated his writing, allowing him to adeptly blend humor with intrigue, ultimately laying a foundation for modern detective fiction. Readers seeking an early example of deftly plotted mystery combined with incisive social observation will find "Seven Keys to Baldpate" an enriching experience. The novel'Äôs intricate storytelling and delightful characters invite substantial reflection, making it a must-read for both mystery aficionados and literary enthusiasts alike.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 25.11.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror ► Historische Kriminalromane
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror ► Krimi / Thriller
• Schlagworte: Agatha Christie • American author • And Then She Was Gone • author protagonist • bestselling author • classic detective fiction • Classic Literature • Clever Plot Twists • Crime Fiction • detective story • Early 20th Century • Early 20th-century mystery • In the blood • isolated inn setting • John Grisham • literary mystery • mystery dinner party • mystery novel • psychological themes • Pulp Fiction • Robert Ludlum • secrets and deception • Sherlock Holmes • silent child • Suspenseful Comedy • the missing ones • The Secret of Spellshadow Manor • The Writer • Whodunit • whodunit plot