The Best Thriller Novels of Earl Derr Biggers
By Earl Derr Biggers
Length83h 27m
About this audiobook
In 'The Best Thriller Novels of Earl Derr Biggers,' readers are immersed in a collection that showcases Biggers' ability to weave suspenseful narratives infused with humor and cultural depth. Known for his sharp characterizations and intricate plotting, Biggers skillfully blends mystery with elements of social commentary, particularly reflecting on the early 20th-century dynamics between East and West. Through his clever dialogue and vivid descriptions, he constructs an engaging atmosphere that keeps readers on the edge of their seats, probing themes of identity, justice, and societal constraint. Earl Derr Biggers, an American novelist born in 1884, emerged during a time of significant cultural evolution and exploration in literature. Influenced by his travels to Asia and his curiosity about Eastern philosophies, he became known for his series featuring Charlie Chan, a Chinese-American detective who breaks stereotypes and portrays a captivating lens on racial topics of his era. Biggers' background as a journalist and playwright furnished him with a keen sense of narrative pacing and character development, all of which are prominently displayed in his works. For readers seeking not only thrilling escapism but also a dive into the intricacies of cultural intersections, 'The Best Thriller Novels of Earl Derr Biggers' is a must-read. This collection captures the essence of Biggers' talent, compellingly merging excitement with thought-provoking themes, making it an essential addition to any literary enthusiast's library.
Audiobook details
GenreMystery and Thriller
Length83 hrs 27 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 13, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Chapter I. "Weep No More, My Lady"
2Chapter II. Enter a Lovelorn Haberdasher
3Chapter III. Blondes and Suffragettes
4Chapter IV. A Professional Hermit Appears
5Chapter V. The Mayor Casts a Shadow Before
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6Chapter VI. Ghosts of the Summer Crowd
7Chapter VII. The Mayor Begins a Vigil
8Chapter VIII. Mr. Max Tells a Tale of Suspicion
9Chapter IX. Melodrama in the Snow
10Chapter X. The Cold Gray Dawn
11Chapter XI. A Falsehood Under the Palms
12Chapter XII. Woe in Number Seven
13Chapter XIII. The Exquisite Mr. Hayden
14Chapter XIV. The Sign of the Open Window
15Chapter XV. Table Talk
16Chapter XVI. A Man From the Dark
17Chapter XVII. The Professor Sums Up
18Chapter XVIII. A Red Card
19Chapter XIX. Exeunt Omnes, As Shakespeare Has It
20Chapter XX. The Admiral's Game
21Chapter XXI. The Mayor is Welcomed Home
22Chapter XXII. The Usual Thing
23Chapter 1. A Sporting Proposition
24Chapter 2. An Evening in the River
25Chapter 3. Journeys End In—Taxi Bills
26Chapter 4. Mr. Trimmer Limbers Up
27Chapter 5. Mr. Trimmer Throws His Bomb
28Chapter 6. Ten Minutes of Agony
29Chapter 7. Chain Lightning’s Collar
30Chapter 8. After the Trained Seals
31Chapter 9. “Wanted: Board and Room”
32Chapter 10. Two Birds of Passage
33Chapter 11. Tears From the Gaiety
34Chapter 12. Exit a Lady, Laughingly
35Chapter 13. And on the Ships at Sea
36Chapter 14. Jersey City Interferes
37Chapter 15. A Bit of a Blow
38Chapter 16. Who’s Who in England
39Chapter 17. The Shortest Way Home
40Chapter 18. A Rotten Bad Fit
41Chapter 19. Mr. Minot Goes Through Fire
42Chapter 20. “Please Kill”
43Chapter 21. High Words at High Noon
44Chapter 22. “Well, Hardly Ever”
45Chapter I. Jane Gerson, Buyer
46Chapter II. From the Wilhelmstrasse
47Chapter III. Billy Capper at Play
48Chapter IV. 32 Queen's Terrace
49Chapter V. A Ferret
50Chapter VI. A Fugitive
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