The Clock Struck One (eBook, ePUB) - Hume, Fergus
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Fergus Hume's novel, 'The Clock Struck One', is a gripping mystery set in late 19th century England. The story follows the investigation by Detective Gorby into the murder of a wealthy widow, blending elements of detective fiction and melodrama. Hume's writing style is descriptive and atmospheric, pulling the reader into the intricate web of secrets and lies surrounding the case. The novel's intricate plot twists and turns keep the reader engaged until the shocking reveal at the end. 'The Clock Struck One' is a notable example of early detective fiction, paving the way for future crime novels…mehr

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Produktbeschreibung
Fergus Hume's novel, 'The Clock Struck One', is a gripping mystery set in late 19th century England. The story follows the investigation by Detective Gorby into the murder of a wealthy widow, blending elements of detective fiction and melodrama. Hume's writing style is descriptive and atmospheric, pulling the reader into the intricate web of secrets and lies surrounding the case. The novel's intricate plot twists and turns keep the reader engaged until the shocking reveal at the end. 'The Clock Struck One' is a notable example of early detective fiction, paving the way for future crime novels to come. The book is a must-read for fans of classic mysteries and those interested in the development of the genre.
Autorenporträt
Ferguson Wright Hume, also known as Fergus Hume, was a prolific English novelist who wrote detective fiction, thrillers, and mysteries. Hume was born in Powick, Worcestershire, England, as the second son of James C. Hume, a Scot who worked as a clerk and steward at the county pauper and lunatic asylum. When he was three, his family moved to Dunedin, New Zealand, where he attended Otago Boys' High School and studied law at the University of Otago. He was admitted to the New Zealand Bar in 1885. Hume moved to Melbourne, Australia, shortly after graduating and began working as a barristers' clerk. He began writing plays but was unable to persuade Melbourne theatre managers to approve, let alone read them. Hume returned to England, first in London, then in Thundersley, Essex, at Church Cottage, most likely on the invitation of the Reverend Thomas Noon Talfourd Major. Hume resided in Thundersley for thirty years, producing over 130 novels and various collections, the most of which were mystery stories, although he never regained the fame of his debut novel. He also wrote lyrics for songs written by his brother-in-law, Charles Willeby, and book reviews for literary periodicals such as The Bookman. The 1911 census shows him as 'author', aged 51, and living at Church Cottage, Thundersley, which comprised of six rooms. He had a housekeeper, Ada Louise Peck, a widow aged 69. He made regular trips to Italy, France, Switzerland, and other European countries.