THE GREAT BRITISH DETECTIVES - Boxed Set

THE GREAT BRITISH DETECTIVES - Boxed Set

by Arthur Conan DoyleErnest Bramah Arthur Morrison and others
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 13/12/2023

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THE GREAT BRITISH DETECTIVES - Boxed Set offers readers an exquisite exploration into the quintessential qualities of classic British detective fiction, showcasing a tapestry of mystery, wit, and intellectual rigor. This anthology presents an enthralling compendium of tales, ranging from the cerebral puzzles of locked-room mysteries to the gripping pursuit of justice through fog-shrouded streets. The diverse array of plots is matched by the eclectic mix of styles, from suspenseful narratives spun with precision to the character-driven intrigue that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. With standout pieces that challenge and coerce readers into donning the detective's mantel themselves, the collection stands as a testament to the enduring allure of the genre. This anthology draws together an illustrious group of authors, each a master of the written sleuth. While Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlockian stories have etched an indelible mark on detective fiction, the works of Ernest Bramah, Arthur Morrison, and their contemporaries enrich this landscape with stories grounded in the social and psychological realities of their time. Unified through the art of deduction, these narratives find kinship in the broader context of literary movements such as golden age detective fiction and the school of 'rational detective' literature, revealing incredibly varied yet thematically coherent examinations of human morality and the pursuit of truth. For enthusiasts of detective fiction and defenders of cerebral adventures, THE GREAT BRITISH DETECTIVES - Boxed Set serves as an invaluable resource, unlocking a trove of thematic depth and intellectual engagement in a single volume. With its rich tapestry of perspectives, it serves not only as an homage to the genre but also as a critical academic resource that fosters dialogue among various storytelling voices. Readers are invited to plunge into this diverse anthology to emerge with a broadened understanding of the quintessentially British detective fiction tradition, experiencing the profound satisfaction derived from solving these time-honored literary puzzles.

ISBN:
8596547752301
8596547752301
Category:
Short stories
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
13-12-2023
Language:
English
Publisher:
DigiCat
Arthur Conan Doyle

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was born in Edinburgh in 1859 and died in 1930. Within those years was crowded a variety of activity and creative work that made him an international figure and inspired the French to give him the epithet 'the good giant'.

He was the nephew of 'Dickie Doyle' the artist, and was educated at Stonyhurst, and later studied medicine at Edinburgh University, where the methods of diagnosis of one of the professors provided the idea for the methods of deduction used by Sherlock Holmes. He set up as a doctor at Southsea and it was while waiting for patients that he began to write.

His growing success as an author enabled him to give up his practice and turn his attention to other subjects. His greatest achievement was, of course, his creation of Sherlock Holmes, who soon attained international status and constantly distracted him from his other work; at one time Conan Doyle killed him but was obliged by public protest to restore him to life.

And in his creation of Dr Watson, Holmes's companion in adventure and chronicler, Conan Doyle produced not only a perfect foil for Holmes but also one of the most famous narrators in fiction.

J. S. Fletcher

Joseph Smith Fletcher was a British journalist, writer, and fellow of the Royal Historical Society. He studied law before turning to journalism. His literary career spanned approximately 200 books on a wide variety of subjects including fiction, non-fiction, histories, historical fiction, and mysteries. He was known as one of the leading writers of detective fiction in the Golden Age.

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