Edgar Wallace

The Fourth Plague (eBook, ePUB)

An Intriguing Tale of Suspense and Investigation in Early 20th-Century London

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Edgar Wallace's "The Fourth Plague" navigates the perilous intersection of crime and societal decay, unfolding in a gripping narrative that reflects the author's masterful style of suspense and intricate plotting. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Britain, Wallace deftly weaves a tale of intrigue that examines the moral implications of a crime wave unleashed by a formidable foe. With vivid characterizations and a keen insight into human psychology, the novel exemplifies the burgeoning genre of detective fiction, revealing the dark undercurrents of a society grappling with fear and corruption. Wallace, a prolific figure in early crime writing, forged his craft through a tumultuous career as a journalist and playwright, experiences that infused his writing with authenticity and urgency. His deep understanding of societal issues, alongside a fascination with the criminal mind, inspired him to explore the darker facets of human nature in "The Fourth Plague." The author's own tumultuous early life and exposure to the gritty realities of London life are palpably reflected in his intricate plots. This remarkable work is a must-read for aficionados of crime fiction and those interested in the interplay of social commentary and thrilling narrative. Wallace's innovative techniques and compelling storytelling continue to resonate, making "The Fourth Plague" a vital contribution to the genre and a fascinating exploration of the human condition.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 142
• Erscheinungstermin: 9. November 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4066338094117
• Artikelnr.: 64075593

Autorenporträt

British author Richard Horatio Edgar Wallace lived from 1 April 1875 to 10 February 1932. Wallace, a 12-year-old illegitimate kid from London who was born into poverty, quit school. He joined the military at the age of 21. He covered the Second Boer War for Reuters and the Daily Mail. At the age of 46, he passed very abruptly from untreated diabetes while the first draught of King Kong (1933) was being written. It's been said that Wallace wrote one-fourth of all literature in England. His works have been adapted into more than 160 movies. He is famous for writing ""the colonial imagination,"" the J. G. Reeder detective novels, and The Green Archer serial in addition to his work on King Kong. The Economist referred to him as ""one of the most prolific thriller writers of [the 20th] century"" in 1997 despite the fact that the vast majority of his books are no longer in print in the UK but are still popular in Germany. He sold more than 50 million copies of his combined works in various editions. The Edgar Wallace Story, a 50-minute German television documentary, was produced in 1963 and starred his son Bryan Edgar Wallace.