THE MASTER CRIMINAL – Complete True Crime Series (Illustrated) (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. The History of Felix Gryde, Notorious Master CriminalBy Fred M. White
Length6h 48m
About this audiobook
The Master Criminal gathers Fred M. White's sensational cycle of crime narratives into a single illustrated volume, presenting a world of audacious plots, disguises, conspiracies, and forensic ingenuity. Written in the brisk, suspense-driven manner of late-Victorian popular fiction, the series belongs to the same cultural moment that produced the detective craze and the fascination with criminal genius. Its episodic structure, vivid scenes, and melodramatic tension reveal a period captivated by urban danger, scientific detection, and the unstable boundary between respectability and corruption. Fred M. White (1859–1935) was a prolific British journalist and novelist whose career flourished in newspapers and magazines, the natural home of serialized mystery and adventure. His experience with periodical fiction shaped his command of pace, cliffhanger, and topical relevance. Living through an age of technological change, imperial anxiety, and expanding mass readership, White repeatedly transformed contemporary fears into accessible narrative entertainment, making him an important figure in the development of popular crime writing. This volume is recommended for readers interested in early crime fiction, Victorian and Edwardian sensational literature, and the genealogy of the criminal mastermind. Its illustrations enhance the period atmosphere, while the complete format allows modern readers to appreciate the series' design, momentum, and enduring appeal.
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
Rating★★★★ 4.1 (11)
Includes Amazon
GenreMystery and Thriller, General Fiction
Length6 hrs 48 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 6, 2016
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
25CHAPTER II
2Introduction
26THE DEATH OF THE PRESIDENT
3Historical Context
27CHAPTER I
4Synopsis (Selection)
28CHAPTER II
5THE HEAD OF THE CAESARS
29THE CRADLESTONE OIL MILLS
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6CHAPTER I
30CHAPTER I
7CHAPTER II
31CHAPTER II
8CHAPTER III
32REDBURN CASTLE
9AT WINDSOR
33CHAPTER I
10CHAPTER I
34CHAPTER II
11CHAPTER II
35“CRYSOLINE LIMITED”
12CHAPTER III
36CHAPTER I
13THE SILVERPOOL CUP
37CHAPTER II
14CHAPTER I
38THE LOSS OF THE “EASTERN EMPRESS”
15CHAPTER II
39CHAPTER I
16CHAPTER III
40CHAPTER II
17THE “MORRISON RAID” INDEMNITY
41CHAPTER III
18CHAPTER I
42GENERAL MARCOS
19CHAPTER II
43CHAPTER I
20CLEOPATRA’S ROBE
44CHAPTER II
21CHAPTER I
45Analysis
22CHAPTER II
46Reflection
23THE ROSY CROSS
47Memorable Quotes
24CHAPTER I
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