Samuel Hopkins Adams

The Flying Death - A Story in Three Writings and a Telegram (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

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Produktbeschreibung

This early work by Samuel Hopkins Adams was originally published in 1906 and we are now republishing it as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'The Flying Death - A Story in Three Writings and a Telegram' is a short story about a shipwrecked vessel and the discovery of a man who has been murdered at some point between leaving the sinking ship and reaching the rescuers. More mysterious deaths follow. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Cryptofiction Classics
• Seitenzahl: 52
• Erscheinungstermin: 26. Juli 2013
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 3mm
• Gewicht: 80g
• ISBN-13: 9781473308282
• ISBN-10: 1473308283
• Artikelnr.: 42722121

Autorenporträt

Samuel Hopkins Adams was an American author and journalist known for his contributions to literature in the early 20th century. Born in 1871, he wrote novels, short stories, and essays, often blending social commentary with engaging narratives. Adams is perhaps best remembered for his satirical works that critique consumer culture and the advertising industry, with ""The Unspeakable Perk"" being one of his notable novels. His writing often explored themes of morality, integrity, and the complexities of human relationships against the backdrop of a rapidly changing society. In addition to fiction, Adams was a prolific journalist, writing for several prominent publications and focusing on issues such as public health and social justice. His investigative work contributed to significant reforms, including the regulation of patent medicines. Adams' legacy is marked by his keen observations of American life and his ability to weave fiction, biography, and exposé into his narratives, making his work relevant even today.