The Collected Works
Enriched edition. Inspector Alan Grant Novels & Other Detective Tales: The Daughter of Time, The Franchise Affair…By Josephine Tey
Length66h 56m
About this audiobook
The Collected Works by Josephine Tey is a masterful collection of mystery novels that showcase the author's exceptional literary style and keen sense of suspense. Tey's writing is characterized by its clever plots, intricate character development, and rich atmospheric detail that immerses the reader in each story. Set in the early to mid-20th century, Tey's works are a testament to the golden age of crime fiction, drawing on classic detective tropes while injecting them with her unique perspective and voice. This collection is a must-read for fans of the genre and those looking for well-crafted mysteries that stand the test of time. Josephine Tey, a pseudonym for Elizabeth Mackintosh, was a Scottish author and playwright known for her contributions to the mystery genre. Her background in theater and keen observational skills shaped her writing, allowing her to create complex characters and intricate plots that keep readers guessing until the very end. Tey's legacy in the world of detective fiction remains strong, with her works continuing to captivate audiences and inspire new generations of writers. I highly recommend The Collected Works by Josephine Tey to anyone who appreciates finely crafted mysteries and enjoys delving into the intricacies of crime fiction. Tey's skillful storytelling and compelling narratives make this collection a standout in the genre, offering readers a rich and satisfying reading experience.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★★ 4.6 (180)
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GenreMystery and Thriller
Length66 hrs 56 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 17, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Collected Works
26A SHILLING FOR CANDLES (pt. 2)
2Introduction
27A SHILLING FOR CANDLES (pt. 3)
3Historical Context
28A SHILLING FOR CANDLES (pt. 4)
4Synopsis (Selection)
29THE FRANCHISE AFFAIR (pt. 1)
5INSPECTOR ALAN GRANT MYSTERIES
30THE FRANCHISE AFFAIR (pt. 2)
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6THE MAN IN THE QUEUE
31THE FRANCHISE AFFAIR (pt. 3)
7Chapter 1. MURDER
32THE FRANCHISE AFFAIR (pt. 4)
8Chapter 2. INSPECTOR GRANT
33THE FRANCHISE AFFAIR (pt. 5)
9Chapter 3. DANNY MILLER
34TO LOVE AND BE WISE (pt. 1)
10Chapter 4. RAOUL LEGARDE
35TO LOVE AND BE WISE (pt. 2)
11Chapter 5. DANNY AGAIN
36TO LOVE AND BE WISE (pt. 3)
12Chapter 6. THE LEVANTINE
37TO LOVE AND BE WISE (pt. 4)
13Chapter 7. THINGS MOVE
38THE DAUGHTER OF TIME (pt. 1)
14Chapter 8. MRS. EVERETT
39THE DAUGHTER OF TIME (pt. 2)
15Chapter 9. GRANT GETS MORE INFORMATION THAN HE EXPECTED
40THE DAUGHTER OF TIME (pt. 3)
16Chapter 10. THE BURST TO THE NORTH
41THE SINGING SANDS (pt. 1)
17Chapter 11. CARNINNISH
42THE SINGING SANDS (pt. 2)
18Chapter 12. CAPTURE
43THE SINGING SANDS (pt. 3)
19Chapter 13. MARKING TIME
44THE SINGING SANDS (pt. 4)
20Chapter 14. THE STATEMENT
45OTHER MYSTERIES
21Chapter 15. THE BROOCH
46MISS PYM DISPOSES (pt. 1)
22Chapter 16. MISS DINMONT ASSISTS
47MISS PYM DISPOSES (pt. 2)
23Chapter 17. SOLUTION
48MISS PYM DISPOSES (pt. 3)
24Chapter 18. CONCLUSION
49MISS PYM DISPOSES (pt. 4)
25A SHILLING FOR CANDLES (pt. 1)
50BRAT FARRAR (pt. 1)
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