Percy James Brebner

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The Master Detective: Being Some Further Investigations of Christopher Quarles

Beschreibung

Percy James Brebner's 'The Master Detective' is a classic detective novel following the exploits of Christopher Quarles, a celebrated detective. In this gripping tale, Quarles must solve a series of bizarre murders that seem to defy all logic. This book is a must-read for fans of classic detective fiction or anyone looking for a page-turning mystery. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Percy James Brebner (1864-1922), often known under the pseudonym Christian Lys, was a prolific British writer with a talent for crafting engaging detective and adventure stories. His literary work is characterized by intricate plotting and a keen insight into human nature, a skill he adeptly demonstrated in his detective fiction. Among his most notable contributions to the genre is 'The Master Detective: Being Some Further Investigations of Christopher Quarles' (1916), where readers are drawn into the intellectual puzzles and forensic inquiries of the remarkable professor and sleuth, Christopher Quarles. Brebner's storytelling in this work captures the nuances of early 20th-century detective fiction, a time when the genre was flourishing alongside contemporaries like Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Agatha Christie. His narrative style often interweaves elements of suspense and psychological drama, inviting readers to unravel the mysteries alongside his characters. Though not as widely remembered as some of his peers, Brebner's works remain a testament to the diversity and depth of early detective literature, offering a window into the era's cultural and social milieu through his writings.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 334
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 18mm
• Gewicht: 467g
• ISBN-13: 9781022839007
• ISBN-10: 1022839004
• Artikelnr.: 71666127