Frank L. Packard

The Red Ledger (eBook, ePUB)

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• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

This carefully crafted ebook: "The Red Ledger" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. Henri Charlebois is a rich old man who was homeless, ill and destitute many years ago. He keeps a book that he calls the Red Ledger, where he has written names of all people he encountered during his life as a hobo. He has a plan to make his accounts balanced, and debts settled. All those who done him well, will be protected and secured, but those who done him wrong will live to regret it. Frank Lucius Packard (1877-1942) was a Canadian novelist best known for his Jimmie Dale mystery series. As a young man he worked as a civil engineer for the Canadian Pacific Railway. His experiences working on the railroad led to his writing a series of railroad stories and novels. Packard also wrote number of mystery novels, the most famous of which featured a character called Jimmie Dale, a wealthy playboy by day and a fearless crime fighter by night. Jimmie Dale novels brought the idea of a costume and mask for hero's secret identity, and also established the concept of a hero's secret hideout or lair.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: e-artnow
• Seitenzahl: 235
• Altersempfehlung: ab 12 Jahre
• Erscheinungstermin: 2. Januar 2017
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9788026868279
• Artikelnr.: 47348743

Autorenporträt

Frank Lucius Packard (1877-1942) was a celebrated Canadian author, best known for his thrilling railroad and crime detective stories which captivated early twentieth-century audiences. His narratives often revolved around distinctive characters who operated on the fringes of society, luring readers with a blend of mystery and adventure. Packard's novel 'The Red Ledger' stands as a testament to his adept craftsmanship in spinning suspenseful tales. This novel invites readers into the intricate universe of graft and intrigue, typical of his style that masterfully combines psychological depth with pulsating action. Commended for his vivid storytelling, Packard's inclination towards the darker realms of human nature and society distinguishes his work, resonating with an audience seeking escape in the allure of pulp fiction. His legacy in the genre is underscored by the enduring appeal of his stories, which continue to be a touchstone for enthusiasts of detective and crime literature. His contribution to the early formation of these genres has paved the way for future generations of writers and remains an important part of literary history.