The People of the River (eBook, ePUB) - Wallace, Edgar
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In 'The People of the River' by Edgar Wallace, readers are taken on an adventurous journey through the mysterious and dangerous territories of Africa. The novel is characterized by its fast-paced action, intricate plot twists, and vivid descriptions of the African landscapes. The story follows a young protagonist who finds himself caught in the midst of tribal conflicts and dangerous creatures as he navigates the treacherous waters of the river. Wallace's immersive writing style captures the essence of African wilderness, making the reader feel as if they are right there alongside the…mehr

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In 'The People of the River' by Edgar Wallace, readers are taken on an adventurous journey through the mysterious and dangerous territories of Africa. The novel is characterized by its fast-paced action, intricate plot twists, and vivid descriptions of the African landscapes. The story follows a young protagonist who finds himself caught in the midst of tribal conflicts and dangerous creatures as he navigates the treacherous waters of the river. Wallace's immersive writing style captures the essence of African wilderness, making the reader feel as if they are right there alongside the characters. Set against the backdrop of British colonialism, the novel explores themes of power, survival, and loyalty, making it a compelling read for fans of adventure literature. As one of Wallace's early works, 'The People of the River' showcases the author's talent for crafting thrilling narratives that keep readers on the edge of their seats. Edgar Wallace's own experiences as a journalist and explorer in Africa likely influenced his writing, adding authenticity and depth to the story. For those interested in gripping tales of exploration and danger, 'The People of the River' is a must-read that will leave readers craving more of Wallace's captivating storytelling.
Autorenporträt
Richard Horatio Edgar Wallace (1875 - 1932) was an English writer. Born into poverty as an illegitimate London child, Wallace left school at age 12. He joined the army at age 21 and was a war correspondent during the Second Boer War, for Reuters and the Daily Mail. Struggling with debt, he left South Africa, returned to London and began writing thrillers to raise income, publishing books including The Four Just Men (1905). Drawing on his time as a reporter in the Congo, covering the Belgian atrocities, Wallace serialized short stories in magazines such as The Windsor Magazine and later published collections such as Sanders of the River (1911). He signed with Hodder and Stoughton in 1921 and became an internationally recognized author. Wallace was such a prolific writer that one of his publishers claimed that a quarter of all books in England were written by him. As well as journalism, Wallace wrote screen plays, poetry, historical non-fiction, 18 stage plays, 957 short stories and over 170 novels, 12 in 1929 alone. More than 160 films have been made of Wallace's work. He is remembered for the creation of King Kong, as a writer of 'the colonial imagination', for the J. G. Reeder detective stories and for The Green Archer serial. He sold over 50 million copies of his combined works in various editions, and The Economist describes him as "one of the most prolific thriller writers of [the 20th] century."