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British Murder Mysteries - The Fergus Hume Collection

Author : Fergus Hume

Publisher : DigiCat

Page : 4772 pages

File Size : 50,98 MB

Release : 2022-11-13

Category : Fiction

ISBN :

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Fergus Hume (1859-1932) was a prolific English novelist. His self-published novel, "The Mystery of a Hansom Cab", became a great success. Hume based his descriptions of poor urban life on his knowledge of Little Bourke Street. It eventually became the best selling mystery novel of the Victorian era, author John Sutherland terming it the "most sensationally popular crime and detective novel of the century". This edition includes: The Mystery of a Hansom Cab Professor Brankel's Secret Madame Midas The Harlequin Opal The Expedition of Captain Flick Hagar of the Pawn-Shop The Silent House The Bishop's Secret A Woman's Burden The Pagan's Cup A Coin of Edward VII The Mandarin's Fan The Red Window The Secret Passage The Opal Serpent The Green Mummy The Crowned Skull The Solitary Farm The Mystery Queen Red Money A Son of Perdition The Caravan Mystery



The Mystery of a Hansom Cab

Author : Fergus Hume

Publisher : Library of Alexandria

Page : 555 pages

File Size : 44,42 MB

Release : 1986-01-01

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 1465560769

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British Mysteries - Fergus Hume Collection: 21 Thriller Novels in One Volume

Author : Fergus Hume

Publisher : DigiCat

Page : 4632 pages

File Size : 43,45 MB

Release : 2023-12-30

Category : Fiction

ISBN :

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This Fergus Hume thriller collection is formatted to the highest digital standards. The edition incorporates an interactive table of contents, footnotes and other information relevant to the content which makes the reading experience meticulously organized and enjoyable. Fergus Hume (1859-1932) was a prolific English novelist. His self-published novel, "The Mystery of a Hansom Cab", became a great success. Hume based his descriptions of poor urban life on his knowledge of Little Bourke Street. It eventually became the best selling mystery novel of the Victorian era, author John Sutherland terming it the "most sensationally popular crime and detective novel of the century". Table of Contents: The Mystery of a Hansom Cab Professor Brankel's Secret Madame Midas The Harlequin Opal The Expedition of Captain Flick Hagar of the Pawn-Shop The Silent House The Bishop's Secret A Woman's Burden The Pagan's Cup A Coin of Edward VII The Mandarin's Fan The Red Window The Secret Passage The Opal Serpent The Green Mummy The Crowned Skull The Solitary Farm The Mystery Queen Red Money A Son of Perdition



FERGUS HUME - The Ultimate Mystery Collection: 21 Thriller Novels in One Volume

Author : Fergus Hume

Publisher : Good Press

Page : 4631 pages

File Size : 29,26 MB

Release : 2024-01-12

Category : Fiction

ISBN :

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Fergus Hume's 'The Ultimate Mystery Collection' is a literary treasure trove comprising 21 gripping thriller novels consolidated into a single volume. Known for his well-structured plots and skillful use of suspense, Hume captivates readers with a diverse range of mysteries that cater to all tastes. Set in various locations and time periods, Hume's narratives are rich in detail and character development, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the final revelation. His writing style is marked by a keen sense of observation and a knack for crafting intricate puzzles, making each novel a satisfying and engaging read. Hume's works are a testament to the enduring popularity of the mystery genre and continue to enthral readers with their timeless appeal. A prolific and influential author during the Golden Age of detective fiction, Fergus Hume's extensive body of work has solidified his reputation as a master storyteller. Drawing inspiration from real-life events and his own experiences, Hume's novels offer a unique perspective on crime and human nature. His understanding of the genre and his ability to innovate within its conventions make 'The Ultimate Mystery Collection' a must-read for fans of thrilling and well-crafted detective fiction. Whether you are a seasoned mystery enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, Hume's collection promises hours of entertainment and intrigue, making it a valuable addition to any reader's bookshelf.



Crimson Snow

Author : Martin Edwards

Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.

Page : 273 pages

File Size : 17,70 MB

Release : 2017-01-03

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 1464206767

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Mystery crime fiction written in the Golden Age of Murder "Edwards's second winter-themed anthology in the British Library Crime Classics series is a standout. As in the most successful of such volumes, the editor's expertise results in a selection of unusual suspects, expanding readers' knowledge." —Publishers Weekly STARRED review Crimson Snow brings together a dozen vintage crime stories set in winter. Welcome to a world of Father Christmases behaving oddly, a famous fictional detective in a Yuletide drama, mysterious tracks in the snow, and some very unpleasant carol singers. There's no denying that the supposed season of goodwill is a time of year that lends itself to detective fiction. On a cold night, it's tempting to curl up by the fireside with a good mystery. And more than that, claustrophobic house parties, with people cooped up with long-estranged relatives, can provide plenty of motives for murder. Including forgotten stories by major writers such as Margery Allingham, as well as classic tales by less familiar crime novelists, each story in this selection is introduced by the leading expert on classic crime, Martin Edwards. The resulting volume is an entertaining and atmospheric compendium of wintry delights.



The Secret Passage

Author : Fergus Hume

Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand

Page : 417 pages

File Size : 40,24 MB

Release : 2023-01-08

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 3368332368

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Reproduction of the original.



The Collected Mysteries of Fergus Hume

Author : Fergus Hume

Publisher : DigiCat

Page : 4639 pages

File Size : 22,95 MB

Release : 2022-11-13

Category : Fiction

ISBN :

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Fergus Hume (1859-1932) was a prolific English novelist. His self-published novel, "The Mystery of a Hansom Cab", became a great success. Hume based his descriptions of poor urban life on his knowledge of Little Bourke Street. It eventually became the best selling mystery novel of the Victorian era, author John Sutherland terming it the "most sensationally popular crime and detective novel of the century". Table of Contents: The Mystery of a Hansom Cab Professor Brankel's Secret Madame Midas The Harlequin Opal The Expedition of Captain Flick Hagar of the Pawn-Shop The Silent House The Bishop's Secret A Woman's Burden The Pagan's Cup A Coin of Edward VII The Mandarin's Fan The Red Window The Secret Passage The Opal Serpent The Green Mummy The Crowned Skull The Solitary Farm The Mystery Queen Red Money A Son of Perdition



Madame Midas

Author : Fergus Hume

Publisher : Read Books Ltd

Page : 368 pages

File Size : 20,68 MB

Release : 2016-01-18

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 1473379016

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This early work by Fergus Hume was originally published in 1888 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography. 'Madame Midas' is a tale of Australian mining life. Fergusson Wright Hume was born on 8th July 1859 in England, the second son of Dr. James Hume. The family migrated to New Zealand where Fergus was enrolled at Otago Boys' High School, and later continued his legal and literary studies at the University of Otago. Hume returned to England in 1888 where he resided in London for a few years until moving to the Essex countryside. There he published over 100 novels, mainly in the mystery fiction genre, though none had the success of his début work.



British Murder Mysteries, 1880-1965

Author : Laura E. Nym Mayhall

Publisher : Springer Nature

Page : 242 pages

File Size : 17,83 MB

Release : 2022-08-09

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 303107159X

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British Murder Mysteries, 1880-1965: Facts and Fictions conceptualizes detective fiction as an archive, i.e., a trove of documents and sources to be used for historical interpretation. By framing the genre as a shifting set of values, definitions, and practices, the book historicizes the contested meanings of analytical categories like class, race, gender, nation, and empire that have been applied to the forms and functions of detection. Three organizing themes structure this investigation: fictive facticity, genre fluidity, and conservative modernity. This volume thus shows how British detective fiction from the late-nineteenth to the mid-twentieth century both shaped and was shaped by its social, cultural, and political contexts and the lived experience of its authors and readers at critical moments in time.



Murder Mystery Collection for Christmas

Author : Charles Dickens

Publisher : DigiCat

Page : 1163 pages

File Size : 41,81 MB

Release : 2022-11-13

Category : Fiction

ISBN :

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DigiCat presents to you this unique and meticulously edited Christmas collection: Murder & Crime Mysteries: The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle (Arthur Conan Doyle) The Flying Stars (G. K. Chesterton) Percival Bland's Proxy (R. Austin Freeman) A Christmas Capture (Fred M. White) McAllister's Christmas (Arthur Cheney Train) The Mystery of Room Five (Fred M White) A Policeman's Business (Edgar Wallace) Stuffing (Edgar Wallace) Mr Wray's Cash Box or, the Mask and the Mystery (Wilkie Collins) The Adventure of the Second Swag (Robert Barr) An Exciting Christmas Eve or, My Lecture on Dynamite (Arthur Conan Doyle) A Chaparral Christmas Gift (O. Henry) A Christmas Tragedy (Emmuska Orczy) The Thieves Who Couldn't Stop Sneezing (Thomas Hardy) Supernatural Mysteries: The Silver Hatchet (Arthur Conan Doyle) What the Shepherd Saw: A Tale of Four Moonlight Nights (Thomas Hardy) Markheim (R. L. Stevenson) The Wolves of Cernogratz (Saki) Mustapha (Sabine Baring-Gould) The Story of a Disappearance and an Appearance (M.R. James) The Christmas Banquet (Nathaniel Hawthorne) The Haunted Man (Charles Dickens) The Story of the Goblins Who Stole a Sexton (Dickens) The Ghost's Touch (Fergus Hume) Glámr (Sabine Baring-Gould) The Ghosts at Grantley (Leonard Kip) A Terrible Christmas Eve (Lucie E. Jackson) Ghosts and Family Legends (Catherine Crowe) Thurlow's Christmas Story (John Kendrick Bangs) The Abbot's Ghost (Louisa M. Alcott) Old Applejoy's Ghost (Frank R. Stockton) Wolverden Tower (Grant Allen) The Christmas-Eve Vigil (James Bowker) Told After Supper (Jerome K. Jerome) The Box with the Iron Clamps (Florence Marryat) Joseph (Katherine Rickford) The Ghost of Christmas Eve (J. M. Barrie) The Dead Sexton (Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu) Uncle Cornelius His Story (George MacDonald) The Grave by the Handpost (Thomas Hardy) Number Ninety (Bithia Mary Croker) At Chrighton Abbey (Mary Elizabeth Braddon) Between the Lights (E. F. Benson)