Vintage Mysteries – 6 Intriguing Brainteasers in One Premium Edition
Enriched edition. The Shadow of the Rope, The Camera Fiend, Dead Men Tell No Tales, Witching Hill, StingareeBy E. W. Hornung
Length40h 13m
About this audiobook
Vintage Mysteries – 6 Intriguing Brainteasers in One Premium Edition by E. W. Hornung is a captivating collection of mystery stories that showcase the author's skilled storytelling and meticulous puzzle crafting. Set in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, these literary gems provide readers with a glimpse into the detective fiction genre of the time, offering clever plot twists and engaging character dynamics. Hornung's writing style is elegant and precise, drawing readers into the intricate web of clues and motives woven throughout each story. E. W. Hornung, a contemporary and brother-in-law of the renowned Arthur Conan Doyle, drew inspiration from Doyle's Sherlock Holmes stories, crafting his own unique sleuthing tales that have since become classics in the mystery genre. His intimate knowledge of the genre and his keen sense of mystery writing shine through in Vintage Mysteries, demonstrating his talent for creating compelling narratives that keep readers guessing until the very end. I highly recommend Vintage Mysteries to any avid mystery lover or fan of classic detective fiction. With its intriguing plots, well-developed characters, and clever twists, this collection is sure to delight readers looking for a thrilling and intellectually stimulating read.
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
GenreMystery and Thriller, Historical Fiction
Length40 hrs 13 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 29, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Vintage Mysteries – 6 Intriguing Brainteasers in One Premium Edition
2Introduction
3Historical Context
4Synopsis (Selection)
5The Shadow of the Rope
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6Chapter II The Case for the Crown
7Chapter III Name and Nature
8Chapter IV The Man in the Train
9Chapter V The Man in the Street
10Chapter VI A Peripatetic Providence
11Chapter VII A Morning Call
12Chapter VIII The Dove and the Serpent
13Chapter IX A Change of Scene
14Chapter X A Slight Discrepancy
15Chapter XI Another New Friend
16Chapter XII Episode of the Invisible Visitor
17Chapter XIII The Australian Room
18Chapter XIV Battle Royal
19Chapter XV A Chance Encounter
20Chapter XVI A Match for Mrs. Venables
21Chapter XVII Friends in Need
22Chapter XVIII "They Which were Bidden"
23Chapter XIX Rachel's Champion
24Chapter XX More Haste
25Chapter XXI Worse Speed
26Chapter XXII The Darkest Hour
27Chapter XXIII Dawn
28Chapter XXIV One Who was Not Bidden
29Chapter XXV A Point to Langholm
30Chapter XXVI A Cardinal Point
31Chapter XXVII The Whole Truth
32Chapter XXVIII In the Matter of a Motive
33The Camera Fiend (pt. 1)
34The Camera Fiend (pt. 2)
35The Camera Fiend (pt. 3)
36The Camera Fiend (pt. 4)
37Dead Men Tell No Tales
38Chapter I. Love on the Ocean
39Chapter II. The Mysterious Cargo
40Chapter III. To the Water's Edge
41Chapter IV. The Silent Sea
42Chapter V. My Reward
43Chapter VI. The Sole Survivor
44Chapter VII. I Find a Friend
45Chapter VIII. A Small Precaution
46Chapter IX. My Convalescent Home
47Chapter X. Wine and Weakness
48Chapter XI. I Live Again
49Chapter XII. My Lady's Bidding
50Chapter XIII. The Longest Day of My Life
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