Fergus Hume

For the Defence (eBook, ePUB)

A Victorian Legal Thriller of Mystery and Intrigue

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Fergus Hume's 'For the Defence' stands as a compelling example of the late Victorian detective novel, intertwining elements of mystery, drama, and social commentary. Written in 1893, this novel follows the entangled story of a young man accused of murder, exploring themes of justice, morality, and the intrinsic flaws within the legal system. Hume's sharp narrative style, characterized by a blend of vivid characterizations and intricate plot twists, invites readers to navigate the shadows of both human nature and societal conventions, making it a significant contribution to the genre's evolution at a time when crime fiction was beginning to capture the public's imagination in unprecedented ways. Fergus Hume, an English-Australian author, was profoundly influenced by his experiences and the cultural milieu of his time. Migrating to Australia and later returning to England, Hume's diverse background informed his nuanced perspective on justice and societal norms. His literary career began with astonishing success, marked by the publication of 'The Mystery of a Hansom Cab,' which underscored his fascination with crime and the ethics of human behavior, shaping the premise of 'For the Defence' as well. Recommended for both enthusiasts of detective fiction and newcomers alike, 'For the Defence' provides a richly woven narrative that probes the complexities of innocence and guilt. Hume'Äôs ability to marry gripping storytelling with critical societal reflection ensures that this work remains relevant and thought-provoking, inviting readers not only to solve a mystery but also to reconsider their understanding of truth in the context of justice.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 138
• Erscheinungstermin: 16. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066167578
• Artikelnr.: 58928545

Autorenporträt

Fergusson Wright Hume (1859 - 1932), known as Fergus Hume, was a prolific English novelist. Finding that the novels of Émile Gaboriau were then very popular in Melbourne, Hume obtained and read a set of them and determined to write a novel of the same kind. The result was The Mystery of a Hansom Cab, set in Melbourne, with descriptions of poor urban life based on his knowledge of Little Bourke Street. It was self-published in 1886 and became a great success. Because he sold the British and American rights for 50 pounds, however, he reaped little of the potential financial benefit. It became the best-selling mystery novel of the Victorian era; in 1990 John Sutherland called it the "most sensationally popular crime and detective novel of the century". This novel inspired Arthur Conan Doyle to write A Study in Scarlet, which introduced the fictional consulting detective Sherlock Holmes. Doyle remarked, "Hansom Cab was a slight tale, mostly sold by 'puffing'." After the success of his first novel and the publication of another, Professor Brankel's Secret (c.?1886), Hume returned to England in 1888. His third novel was titled Madame Midas and it was based on the life of the mine and newspaper owner Alice Ann Cornwell. This book became a play and her estranged husband, John Whiteman, sued over its content. Hume resided in London for a few years and then moved to the Essex countryside where he lived in Thundersley for 30 years. Eventually he produced more than 100 novels and short stories.