Edgar Wallace

Circumstantial Evidence and Other Stories (eBook, ePUB)

Intriguing Tales of Suspense and Moral Dilemmas
Redaktion: Wallace, Edgar

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "Circumstantial Evidence and Other Stories," Edgar Wallace showcases his mastery of the detective genre, weaving intricate tales that delve into the nuances of human behavior and moral dilemmas. Wallace employs a vivid and engaging literary style, characterized by sharp dialogue and suspenseful prose, which effectively reflects the early 20th-century fascination with crime and justice. The collection offers readers a range of stories that explore themes of guilt, innocence, and the often obscured boundaries of truth, emphasizing the pivotal role of circumstantial evidence in the pursuit of justice. Edgar Wallace, a prolific writer and a pivotal figure in the crime fiction genre, was known for his ability to capture the zeitgeist of his time. Born in 1875, Wallace's early experiences as a journalist influenced his keen understanding of human psychology and societal intricacies, elements that permeate his narratives. His diverse literary career, which included plays, novels, and screenplays, underscores his innovative storytelling techniques and his ability to engage readers across multiple genres, making him a beloved figure in early 20th-century literature. This collection is highly recommended for enthusiasts of crime fiction and those interested in the evolution of the genre. Wallace'Äôs storytelling prowess and profound psychological insights will captivate readers, inviting them to ponder the complexities of justice and morality in a world where nothing is as clear-cut as it seems.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 139
• Erscheinungstermin: 30. August 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066355845
• Artikelnr.: 62540179

Autorenporträt

Richard Horatio Edgar Wallace (1875 - 1932) was an English writer. Born into poverty as an illegitimate London child, Wallace left school at age 12. He joined the army at age 21 and was a war correspondent during the Second Boer War, for Reuters and the Daily Mail. Struggling with debt, he left South Africa, returned to London and began writing thrillers to raise income, publishing books including The Four Just Men (1905). Drawing on his time as a reporter in the Congo, covering the Belgian atrocities, Wallace serialized short stories in magazines such as The Windsor Magazine and later published collections such as Sanders of the River (1911). He signed with Hodder and Stoughton in 1921 and became an internationally recognized author. Wallace was such a prolific writer that one of his publishers claimed that a quarter of all books in England were written by him. As well as journalism, Wallace wrote screen plays, poetry, historical non-fiction, 18 stage plays, 957 short stories and over 170 novels, 12 in 1929 alone. More than 160 films have been made of Wallace's work. He is remembered for the creation of King Kong, as a writer of 'the colonial imagination', for the J. G. Reeder detective stories and for The Green Archer serial. He sold over 50 million copies of his combined works in various editions, and The Economist describes him as "one of the most prolific thriller writers of [the 20th] century."