BRITISH MURDER MYSTERIES: The Greatest Thrillers of G. A. Henty (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. A Search for a Secret, Dorothy's Double, The Curse of Carne's Hold, Colonel Thorndyke's Secret & The Lost HeirBy G. A. Henty
Length70h 45m
About this audiobook
British Murder Mysteries: The Greatest Thrillers of G. A. Henty gathers the author's suspense-driven fiction in a form that highlights his lesser-known engagement with crime, pursuit, disguise, and moral peril. Though Henty is chiefly remembered for historical adventure, these narratives employ the brisk plotting, clear prose, and firm ethical architecture characteristic of late-Victorian popular fiction, standing near the sensation novel and early detective tale rather than the puzzle mystery alone. G. A. Henty (1832–1902), a war correspondent, traveler, and prolific novelist, brought to his fiction an acute sense of danger, discipline, and imperial movement. His journalistic experience furnished him with practical knowledge of conflict, deception, and human endurance, while his commitment to instructive storytelling shaped his heroes as figures tested by circumstance. These qualities explain why even his thrillers retain a strong moral and historical consciousness. This collection is recommended for readers interested in Victorian crime writing beyond the canonical names, as well as admirers of Henty's adventure fiction who wish to encounter its darker, more suspenseful dimensions. It offers energetic storytelling, period atmosphere, and a revealing view of how popular literature joined excitement with moral education.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
Audiobook details
GenreMystery and Thriller
Length70 hrs 45 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 20, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1BRITISH MURDER MYSTERIES: The Greatest Thrillers of G. A. Henty (Annotated)
2Introduction
3Historical Context
4Synopsis (Selection)
5A Search for a Secret
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6Volume I.
7Chapter I. Early Days.
8Chapter II. The Harmers Of Harmer Place.
9Chapter III. "L'Homme Propose, Dieu Dispose."
10Chapter IV. The Last Of The Harmers.
11Chapter V. Testamentary Intentions.
12Chapter VI. The Bishop Of Ravenna.
13Chapter VII. Society Graciously Condescends.
14Chapter VIII. Introduced To The World.
15Chapter IX. The Old Story.
16Chapter X. Sunshine And Shadow.
17Chapter XI. Laying A Train.
18Chapter XII. The Explosion.
19Chapter XIII. A Bad Business.
20Chapter XIV. Missing!
21Volume II.
22Chapter I. A Family Conclave.
23Chapter II. Swift Retribution.
24Chapter III. The Search Commenced.
25Chapter IV. Evil Days.
26Chapter V. Overtures From The Enemy.
27Chapter VI. The Priest's Chamber.
28Chapter VII. The Course Of True Love.
29Chapter VIII. Struggles For A Living.
30Chapter IX. Polly To The Rescue.
31Chapter X. Allies From Alsatia.
32Chapter XI. The Coup De Main.
33Chapter XII. After The Battle.
34Chapter XIII. A Young Widow.
35Volume III.
36Chapter I. Great Changes.
37Chapter II. A Quiet Time.
38Chapter III. A Strange Profession.
39Chapter IV. An Odd Wooing.
40Chapter V. Terrible Tidings.
41Chapter VI. The Search Renewed.
42Chapter VII. A Broken Life.
43Chapter VIII. Risen From The Dead.
44Chapter IX. Prepared For The Attempt.
45Chapter X. The Spy In The Camp.
46Chapter XI. Off Guard.
47Chapter XII. Found!
48Chapter XIII. A Vain Pursuit.
49Chapter XIV. Enjoying The Spoils.
50Dorothy's Double: The Story of a Great Deception
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