Fergus Hume

The Pagan's Cup (eBook, ePUB)

Unraveling a Murder Mystery in Victorian England

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Fergus Hume's "The Pagan's Cup" is a captivating blend of detective fiction and gothic elements, set against the backdrop of a decaying mansion filled with mystique and intrigue. The novel meticulously unfolds a complex interplay of crime and moral ambiguity, highlighting the tensions between the spiritual and the material. Hume expertly employs a rich, atmospheric prose style that immerses readers in the eeriness of the setting, while also presenting a gripping narrative steeped in Victorian sensibilities and sensationalism, emblematic of his broader oeuvre. The thematic exploration of pagan rituals juxtaposed with societal norms invites deeper reflections on the conflicts between tradition and modernity. Fergus Hume, an influential figure in the genre of mystery fiction, found his voice amidst the vibrant literary scene of late 19th-century England. Having experienced financial hardship in his early life, he turned to writing as a means of escape and expression. Hume's keen insights into human psychology and his fascination with the macabre informed his storytelling, often drawing inspiration from his surroundings and personal experiences. His narrative techniques paved the way for later crime fiction, placing him alongside contemporaries like Arthur Conan Doyle. For readers seeking an engrossing tale that deftly blends suspense with philosophical musings, "The Pagan's Cup" is an essential read. Hume's intricate plot and richly drawn characters offer a mesmerizing journey into the darker aspects of human nature. This novel not only entertains but also provokes thought, making it a crucial addition to the library of anyone passionate about classical detective fiction.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 175
• Erscheinungstermin: 9. November 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4066338078858
• Artikelnr.: 64077873

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.