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Louis Tracy (1863 - 1928) was a British journalist, and prolific writer of fiction. He used the pseudonyms Gordon Holmes and Robert Fraser, which were at times shared with M. P. Shiel, a collaborator from the start of the twentieth century. He was born in Liverpool to a well-to-do middle-class family. At first he was educated at home and then at the French Seminary at Douai. Around 1884 he became a reporter for a local paper - 'The Northern Echo' at Darlington, circulating in parts of Durham and North Yorkshire; later he worked for papers in Cardiff and Allahabad. During 1892-1894 he was…mehr

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Louis Tracy (1863 - 1928) was a British journalist, and prolific writer of fiction. He used the pseudonyms Gordon Holmes and Robert Fraser, which were at times shared with M. P. Shiel, a collaborator from the start of the twentieth century. He was born in Liverpool to a well-to-do middle-class family. At first he was educated at home and then at the French Seminary at Douai. Around 1884 he became a reporter for a local paper - 'The Northern Echo' at Darlington, circulating in parts of Durham and North Yorkshire; later he worked for papers in Cardiff and Allahabad. During 1892-1894 he was closely associated with Arthur Harmsworth, in 'The Sun' and 'The Evening News and Post'.
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Louis Tracy (1863-1928) was a British journalist and prolific author known for his adventure novels, detective fiction, and romantic works. Tracy began his career as a journalist, but he found his true calling in writing fiction. An astute observer of human nature, Tracy crafted intricate plots filled with mystery and suspense, and his books often featured elements of love and valor. His characters are typically drawn with a degree of complexity that made them stand out in popular fiction of his time. One of Tracy's notable works is 'The Strange Case of Mortimer Fenley,' which weaves a thrilling tale of intrigue and murder, showcasing Tracy's talent for creating gripping mysteries that captivate readers. His literary style is characterized by a blend of detailed narrative, engaging dialogue, and a pace that maintains the reader's interest throughout the story. Tracy's contributions to early 20th-century fiction are significant, as they helped define the templates for genres that remain popular to this day. His ability to blend the romance of the adventure novel with the cerebral appeal of detective fiction marks Tracy as a seminal figure in the development of genre literature.