The Greatest Works of Fergus Hume - 22 Mystery Novels in One Edition
Red Money, The Pagan's Cup, A Coin of Edward VII, A Woman's Burden, Hagar of the Pawn-Shop…By Fergus Hume
Length209h 45m
About this audiobook
Fergus Hume's 'The Greatest Works of Fergus Hume - 22 Mystery Novels in One Edition' presents an extraordinary collection that encapsulates the essence of Victorian detective fiction. Spanning diverse settings and intricate plots, this anthology showcases Hume's masterful storytelling and innovative narrative techniques, characterized by clever misdirection and psychological insight. Often considered a pioneer in the mystery genre, Hume's works evoke the atmospheric elements of the Gothic while exploring themes of morality, justice, and human psychology, placing him in a significant literary context alongside contemporaries like Arthur Conan Doyle. Born in 1859 in England and later emigrating to Australia, Hume's varied experiences as a solicitor and playwright informed his storytelling craft. His debut novel, 'The Mystery of a Hansom Cab,' not only marked a turning point in crime literature but also established him as a notable figure in the genre. Hume's understanding of human nature and societal complexities is evident throughout his oeuvre, allowing him to delve deeply into the intricacies of crime and detection that resonate with readers. This comprehensive collection is a treasure trove for mystery enthusiasts and literary scholars alike, offering an opportunity to explore Hume's profound influence on the genre. Readers eager for suspenseful plots intertwined with rich character development will find this anthology invaluable, appealing to both casual readers and dedicated aficionados of classic detective fiction.
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Rating★★★★ 4.4 (10)
Includes Amazon
GenreMystery and Thriller
Length209 hrs 45 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 29, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Preface
2I. What the Argus Said
3II. The Evidence at the Inquest
4III. One Hundred Pounds Reward
5IV. Mr. Gorby Makes a Start
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6V. Mrs. Hamilton Unbosoms Herself
7VI. Mr. Gorby Makes Further Discoveries
8VII. The Wool King
9VIII. Brian Takes a Walk and a Drive
10IX. Mr. Gorby Is Satisfied at Last
11X. In the Queen's Name
12XI. Counsel for the Prisoner
13XII. She Was a True Woman
14XIII. Madge Makes a Discovery
15XIV. Another Richmond in the Field
16XV. A Woman of the People
17XVI. Missing
18XVII. The Trial
19XVIII. Sal Rawlins Tells All She Knows
20XIX. The Verdict of the Jury
21XX. The “Argus” Gives Its Opinion
22XXI. Three Months Afterwards
23XXII. A Daughter of Eve
24XXIII. Across the Walnuts and the Wine
25XXIV. Brian Receives a Letter
26XXV. What Dr. Chinston Said
27XXVI. Kilsip Has a Theory of His Own
28XXVII. Mother Guttersnipe Joins the Majority
29XXVIII. Mark Frettlby Has a Visitor
30XXIX. Mr. Calton's Curiosity Is Satisfied
31XXX. Nemesis
32XXXI. Hush-Money
33XXXII. De Mortuis Nil Nisi Bonum
34XXXIII. The Confession
35XXXIV. The Hands of Justice
36XXXV. “The Love That Lives”
37I. Extracts From the Diary of Professor Brankel
38II. Extracts From the Diary of Professor Brankel (Continued)
39III. In the Library
40IV. In the Drawing-Room
41V. The Effect of the Elixir
42VI. The Last Ingredient of the Elixir
43VII. Wolfden
44VIII. In the Laboratory
45Prologue. Cast Up by the Sea
46I. The Pactolus Claim
47II. Slivers
48III. Madame Midas at Home
49IV. The Good Samaritan
50V. Mammon's Treasure House
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