Length9h 30m
About this audiobook
In the compelling anthology "The Mouthpiece," readers are introduced to an engaging exploration of suspense and intrigue that spans across varied narrative styles, contributing to the dynamic literary landscape of early 20th-century mystery fiction. The collection's overarching theme revolves around the art of persuasion, with stories presenting vivid tapestries of human cunning and cleverly constructed plot twists. These tales, crafted with deft precision, weave through the alleys of deception and moral ambiguity, offering readers both exhilarating escapism and thought-provoking drama in equal measure. The collection is a collaboration between Edgar Wallace and Robert Curtis, whose works have indelibly shaped the canon of crime and adventure stories. Edgar Wallace's prolificacy and prowess in storytelling are complemented by Curtis's nuanced touch, bringing together a rich tapestry of narratives that reflect the cultural and social milieu of their time. Their combined efforts underline the period's fascination with the darker aspects of human nature and the evolution of the detective genre, all the while engaging with the broader historical and literary movements that underscore the thematic depth of this anthology. "The Mouthpiece" offers a rare and illuminating window into the early 20th-century crime fiction, making it essential reading for enthusiasts of the genre and those interested in the intricate art of narrative craftsmanship. This anthology is not merely a collection of stories but an invitation to traverse a multiplicity of perspectives, where each narrative thread is a dialogue with another, inviting reflection on the human condition. It is a profound reminder of the enduring power of storytelling to transcend its era, remaining as relevant today as when first penned, providing readers with both intellectual enrichment and entertainment.
Audiobook details
GenreMystery and Thriller
Length9 hrs 30 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 22, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I
13CHAPTER XIII
2CHAPTER II
14CHAPTER XIV
3CHAPTER III
15CHAPTER XV
4CHAPTER IV
16CHAPTER XVI
5CHAPTER V
17CHAPTER XVII
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6CHAPTER VI
18CHAPTER XVIII
7CHAPTER VII
19CHAPTER XIX
8CHAPTER VIII
20CHAPTER XX
9CHAPTER IX
21CHAPTER XXI
10CHAPTER X
22CHAPTER XXII
11CHAPTER XI
23CHAPTER XXIII
12CHAPTER XII
24CHAPTER XXIV
The Man Who KnewEdgar Wallace4h 58m$2 · $0.00
The Other ManEdgar Wallace7h 19m$2 · $0.00
The Fighting ScoutsEdgar Wallace4h 46m$2 · $0.00
The Feathered SerpentEdgar Wallace6h 51m$2 · $0.00
The Green ArcherEdgar Wallace13h 44m$2 · $0.00
The Secret HouseEdgar Wallace5h 31m$2 · $0.00
The Last Adventure and Other StoriesEdgar Wallace9h 25m$1 · $0.00
Mr. J. G. Reeder Collection: 5 Mystery Novels & 4 Detective StoriesEdgar Wallace35h 29m$2 · $0.00
Those Folk of BulboroEdgar Wallace8h 58m$2 · $0.00
My Hollywood DiaryEdgar Wallace4h 17m$2 · $0.00
The Keepers of the King's PeaceEdgar Wallace4h 12m$2 · $0.00
The Book of All-PowerEdgar Wallace6h 35m$1 · $0.00
The Terrible PeopleEdgar Wallace8h 34m$2 · $0.00
The Four Just Men (1920)Edgar Wallace9h 49m$2 · $0.00
The Man at the CarltonEdgar Wallace7h 21m$2 · $0.00
Private SelbyEdgar Wallace7h 31m$2 · $0.00
The Road to LondonEdgar Wallace6h 23m$1 · $0.00
The Duke in the SuburbsEdgar Wallace5h 53m$2 · $0.00
The Three Oak MysteryEdgar Wallace7h 50m$2 · $0.00
The Tomb of Ts'inEdgar Wallace6h 52m$2 · $0.00
The New Human Revolution, vol. 1Daisaku Ikeda7h 46m$12 · $0.00
An Ex to Grind in DeadwoodAnn Charles13h 19m$23
Meddlesome MoneyMildred Abbott8h 21m$20
Hell Divers IX: RadioactiveNicholas Sansbury Smith13h 47m$23
Midnight ShadowsS.E. Smith5h 40m$17
CollateralBrian Andrews, Jeffrey Wilson13h 8m$23
Look TwiceEva Hudson9h 48m$20
The Natchez Burning TrilogyGreg Iles96h 18m$53 · $0.00
The ReunionJana Deleon6h 31m$26 · $0.00
Animal 3K’wan6h 33m$20
The Complete Sherlock Holmes Novels & Stories (4 Novels + 56 Short Stories)Arthur Conan Doyle71h 53m$2 · $0.00
To Hold and ProtectSandra Owens7h 59m$8 · $0.00
The Last StrawSharon Sala9h 1m$29 · $0.00
Savy WisdomPeggy McColl2h 53m$15
Raymond Chandler – Ultimate Mystery CollectionRaymond Chandler82h 8m$2 · $0.00
3 a.m. Premium: Books 1–5Nick Pirog15h 27m$25
The Labyrinth of the SpiritsCarlos Ruiz Zafon27h 55m$53 · $0.00
Sign of the MakerBrian Shea7h 13m$17
Will Trent: Books 5–7Karin Slaughter42h$53 · $0.00
No Sin UnpunishedLynDee Walker7h 43m$17
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