E. W. Hornung

Hornung Thrillers (eBook, ePUB)

Dr. John Dollar's Mysteries & Adventures of A. J. Raffles, A Gentleman-Thief, The Criminologists' Club, Murderer ...

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Produktbeschreibung

This carefully crafted ebook: "MYSTERY & CRIME COLLECTION: Dr. John Dollar's Mysteries & Adventures of A. J. Raffles, A Gentleman-Thief (Illustrated)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. A. J. Raffles is an 'amateur cracksman' and a gentleman-thief who with his wit and ingenuity befools everyone to get what he wants. On the other hand, Dr. John Dollars is interested in solving criminal cases with his medical expertise - the precursor of our modern day medical mystery detectives! Contents: A Thief in the Night Out of Paradise The Chest of Silver The Rest Cure The Criminologists' Club The Field of Philippi A Bad Night A Trap to Catch a Cracksman The Spoils of Sacrilege The Raffles Relics The Last Word The Crime Doctor The Physician Who Healed Himself The Life-Preserver A Hopeless Case The Golden Key A Schoolmaster Abroad One Possessed The Doctor's Assistant The Second Murderer E. W. Hornung (1866-1921) was an English author and poet and also brother-in-law to Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Hornung is known for writing the A. J. Raffles series about a gentleman thief based on a deliberate inversion of the Sherlock Holmes series. Hornung dedicated his creation as a form of flattery to Doyle.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Copycat
• Erscheinungstermin: 21. Februar 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9788028289850
• Artikelnr.: 69807153

Autorenporträt

Ernest William Hornung, known professionally as E. W. Hornung (1866-1921), was an English author and poet best remembered for his series of crime novels featuring the character A. J. Raffles, a gentleman thief in late Victorian London. Hornung was born in Middlesbrough, England, and was educated at Uppingham School before trying his hand at various occupations. Turning to writing, Hornung found his literary voice, one imbued with the rich descriptions and social insights characteristic of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His 'Raffles' stories, compiled into collections such as 'The Amateur Cracksman' (1899) and 'A Thief in the Night' (1905), helped to establish a new genre of crime fiction-that of the lovable rogue. In 'Hornung Thrillers,' readers can explore the gripping narratives and moral complexities that are hallmarks of Hornung's work. His writing style is often noted for its pace and suspense, alongside a deft use of irony and wit. Though less well-known than his brother-in-law Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Hornung's contribution to English literature and the crime thriller genre remains significant. His works continue to be enjoyed for their adventure, psychological depth, and the author's nuanced view of Edwardian society.