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The Lock and Key Library: The Most Interesting Stories of All Nations
By Various
Length13h 39m
About this audiobook
"The Lock and Key Library: The Most Interesting Stories of All Nations," crafted by various authors, offers a captivating journey into the world of mystery and intrigue. The anthology features "Riddle Stories," edited by Julian Hawthorne, a collection that brings together the finest mystery and detective tales from literary greats such as Edgar Allan Poe, Ambrose Bierce, and Nathaniel Hawthorne. This selection invites readers to explore the enigmatic realms of the riddle story, a precursor to the detective genre. Each narrative presents a mind-bending puzzle, from the cryptic cipher in Poe's "The Gold-Bug" to the haunting atmosphere of Mary E. Wilkins Freeman's "The Shadows on the Wall." As readers navigate these stories, they will encounter unexplained phenomena, psychological intricacies, and the eternal conflict between logic and superstition. The themes of horror, psychological intrigue, and gothic elements are woven throughout, captivating modern audiences with the timeless allure of unsolved mysteries and the thrill of piecing together clues. This anthology is a must-read for those who relish the intellectual challenge and storytelling finesse of detective and mystery stories. With its rich tapestry of American short stories, "Riddle Stories" provides an exhilarating escape into the unknown, promising an unforgettable experience for any mystery enthusiast.
Audiobook details
GenreMystery and Thriller, Literary Classics
Length13 hrs 39 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 13, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE MOST INTERESTING STORIES OF ALL NATIONS (pt. 1)
4THE MOST INTERESTING STORIES OF ALL NATIONS (pt. 4)
2THE MOST INTERESTING STORIES OF ALL NATIONS (pt. 2)
5THE MOST INTERESTING STORIES OF ALL NATIONS (pt. 5)
3THE MOST INTERESTING STORIES OF ALL NATIONS (pt. 3)
6THE MOST INTERESTING STORIES OF ALL NATIONS (pt. 6)
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