The Cheyne Mystery - Crofts, Freeman Wills
20,99 €
inkl. MwSt.

Versandfertig in 1-2 Wochen
payback
10 °P sammeln
  • Broschiertes Buch

From the Collins Crime Club archive, the second Inspector French novel by Freeman Wills Crofts, once dubbed 'The King of Detective Story Writers'. THE RETURN OF INSPECTOR FRENCH When young Maxwell Cheyne discovers that a series of mishaps are the result of unwelcome attention from a dangerous gang of criminals, he teams up with a young woman who is determined to help him outwit them. But when she disappears, he finally decides to go to Scotland Yard for help. Concerned by the developing situation, Inspector Joseph French takes charge of the investigation and applies his trademark methods to track down the kidnappers and thwart their intentions . . .…mehr

Andere Kunden interessierten sich auch für
Produktbeschreibung
From the Collins Crime Club archive, the second Inspector French novel by Freeman Wills Crofts, once dubbed 'The King of Detective Story Writers'. THE RETURN OF INSPECTOR FRENCH When young Maxwell Cheyne discovers that a series of mishaps are the result of unwelcome attention from a dangerous gang of criminals, he teams up with a young woman who is determined to help him outwit them. But when she disappears, he finally decides to go to Scotland Yard for help. Concerned by the developing situation, Inspector Joseph French takes charge of the investigation and applies his trademark methods to track down the kidnappers and thwart their intentions . . .
Hinweis: Dieser Artikel kann nur an eine deutsche Lieferadresse ausgeliefert werden.
Autorenporträt
Freeman Wills Crofts (1879-1957) was a distinguished British author known for his contributions to the detective fiction genre. Born in Dublin, Crofts initially pursued a career in engineering before turning to writing. His background in engineering is reflected in his meticulously crafted plots and attention to detail in his mysteries. Crofts is best known for creating the character Inspector French, a methodical and intelligent detective whose cases are marked by careful investigation and logical deduction. His novels, including The Starvel Hollow: An Inspector French Case Tragedy, are celebrated for their intricate plotting and focus on forensic details. Crofts' work stands out for its emphasis on procedural accuracy and realistic portrayals of crime-solving techniques. His writing, which includes both short stories and novels, significantly influenced the development of the modern detective novel. Crofts' legacy endures through his well-regarded contributions to British mystery fiction, showcasing his skill in crafting engaging and complex mysteries.