THE GREATEST BRITISH DETECTIVES - Ultimate Collection

THE GREATEST BRITISH DETECTIVES - Ultimate Collection

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

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THE GREATEST BRITISH DETECTIVES - Ultimate Collection is an exemplary tapestry of mystery and deduction, where the art of crime-solving is masterfully portrayed across a spectrum of literary styles. This anthology brings together swirling plots, atmospheric settings, and intellectual duels between the sharpest minds and the slyest criminals. Grounded in the tradition of the Golden Age of detective fiction, this collection presents a kaleidoscope of intrigues and reveals themes of justice, morality, and intellect. Key stories capture the reader's attention not just with their cunning plots but through the vivid portrayal of distinct eras and settings which lend the narrative depth and authenticity. The anthology features celebrated authors such as Arthur Conan Doyle, G. K. Chesterton, and Edgar Wallace alongside lesser-known, yet equally talented writers. Their collective works span the late 19th to early 20th centuries' detective literary movements, offering a window into a period fascinated by logic, suspense, and the newly emerging detective archetype. Each contributing author, with their unique narrative style and cultural perspectives, brings forward tales that speak to both their time and the timeless captivation of mystery. Their diverse backgrounds instantiate the evolution of the detective genre and its enduring appeal. This volume is an essential exploration for readers seeking a multifaceted understanding of British detective fiction. It offers a rare opportunity to engage with an array of stories that challenge the reader's perceptions and understanding of societal norms through an engaging literary form. The anthology promises an intellectually stimulating journey where readers can enjoy a broad spectrum of styles and themes, enhancing their appreciation for the detective genre's complex allure and the era's intricate social fabric. Students and enthusiasts alike will find this collection a valuable resource in exploring detective literature's rich heritage and continuing impact.

ISBN:
8596547751670
8596547751670
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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