Mary Roberts Rinehart

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The Amazing Adventures Of Letitia Carberry (1911)

Beschreibung

The Amazing Adventures of Letitia Carberry is a novel written by Mary Roberts Rinehart and published in 1911. The story follows the titular character, Letitia Carberry, a young and wealthy woman who is determined to have an adventure. She sets out on a journey to Egypt with her aunt and a group of friends, but things quickly take a turn for the unexpected when they stumble upon a mysterious and dangerous plot. Letitia and her companions find themselves embroiled in a thrilling adventure that takes them from the bustling streets of Cairo to the ancient tombs of pharaohs. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a handsome archaeologist, a dashing sheikh, and a group of ruthless criminals. As Letitia and her friends race against time to uncover the truth behind the conspiracy, they must navigate treacherous terrain, outwit their enemies, and rely on their wits and courage to survive. The Amazing Adventures of Letitia Carberry is a delightful and thrilling tale of adventure, mystery, and romance that will captivate readers of all ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Autor

Mary Roberts Rinehart was an American writer born on August 12, 1876, in Allegheny, Pennsylvania. Often referred to as the "American Agatha Christie," she is best known for her contributions to the mystery genre. Rinehart's first mystery novel, The Circular Staircase, published in 1908, introduced the "had I but known" narrative style, which became a hallmark of suspense writing. Over the course of her career, she became a prolific author, publishing a variety of works, including novels, plays, and short stories, many of which were centered around mystery and intrigue. Rinehart's works were widely popular during her lifetime, and she was a significant figure in the early development of the modern mystery novel. She married Dr. Stanley Rinehart in 1896, and the couple had four children: Stanley Jr., Alan, Frederick, and Elizabeth. Rinehart received numerous accolades for her work, including a Special Edgars Award for her contributions to the genre. She passed away on September 22, 1958, in New York City at the age of 82, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the world of mystery writing.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 360
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Oktober 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 19mm
• Gewicht: 522g
• ISBN-13: 9781437127447
• ISBN-10: 1437127444
• Artikelnr.: 25513168