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Edgar Wallace
Edgar Wallace, born Richard Horatio Edgar Wallace on April 1, 1875, in Greenwich, London, was a prolific British author, playwright, and journalist whose works have left an indelible mark on the crime and thriller genres. Wallace's life was as colorful as his fiction; he was born out of wedlock and adopted by a fish porter and his wife, which instilled in him a resilience that would define his career.Wallace's early life was marked by a series of odd jobs, including a stint in the British Army, before he found his calling in journalism. His reporting during the Second Boer War brought him recognition, but it was his transition to fiction that cemented his legacy. Wallace's prodigious output—over 170 novels, 24 plays, and countless articles—earned him the moniker "The King of Thrillers." His creation of enduring characters like Inspector J.G. Reeder and Sanders of the River captivated readers and influenced contemporaries and successors alike, including Agatha Christie and Alfred Hitchcock.Wallace's work was not without controversy. His involvement in the film industry, particularly with the early drafts of the screenplay for "King Kong," showcased his innovative spirit but also highlighted tensions between creative vision and commercial pressures. Despite his immense popularity, Wallace struggled with financial instability, often due to his extravagant lifestyle and relentless work pace.A visionary in serialized storytelling, Wallace's influence extends beyond literature into film and television, where his narratives continue to inspire adaptations. His ability to blend high-stakes drama with intricate plotting has made his work timeless, ensuring that Edgar Wallace remains a cornerstone of the thriller genre.Books
The AvengerEdgar Wallace7h 20m$2.30
Gangster in LondonEdgar Wallace5h 55m$2.30
Der Mann, der seinen Namen änderteEdgar Wallace5h 59m$2.30
Die gelbe SchlangeEdgar Wallace8h 23m$2.30
Die AbenteuerinEdgar Wallace6h 27m$2.30
Bosambo of the RiverEdgar Wallace6h 49m$2.30
Die SchatzkammerEdgar Wallace2h 6m$2.30
Das Gesetz der VierEdgar Wallace7h 7m$2.30
The Daffodil MysteryEdgar Wallace7h 52m$2.30
The Clue Of The New PinEdgar Wallace7h 57m$2.30
The Fellowship of the FrogEdgar Wallace11h 30m$2.30
Verdammte KonkurrenzEdgar Wallace5h 40m$2.30
Der DerbysiegerEdgar Wallace6h 16m$2.30
Angel EsquireEdgar Wallace5h 49m$2.40
Der BrigantEdgar Wallace6h 38m$2.30
Der unheimliche MönchEdgar Wallace3h 28m$2.30
The Three Just MenEdgar Wallace10h 37m$2.30
Feuer im SchloßEdgar Wallace5h 20m$2.30
Das geheimnisvolle HausEdgar Wallace7h 21m$2.30
Die gefiederte SchlangeEdgar Wallace6h 39m$2.30
The Angel of TerrorEdgar Wallace7h 20m$2.30
ÜberfallkommandoEdgar Wallace8h 46m$2.30
Das indische TuchEdgar Wallace7h 20m$2.30
Der RächerEdgar Wallace8h 4m$2.30
Mary Ferrera spielt SystemEdgar Wallace3h 17m$2.30
The Keepers of the King's PeaceEdgar Wallace6h 23m$2.30
The Black AbbotEdgar Wallace10h 29m$3
Die MillionengeschichteEdgar Wallace5h 4m$2.30
Sanders of the RiverEdgar Wallace6h 46m$2.30
Diana of Kara-KaraEdgar Wallace6h 53m$2.30
Der Frosch mit der MaskeEdgar Wallace10h 51m$2.30
Captains of SoulsEdgar Wallace10h 17m$3
Bones in LondonEdgar Wallace7h 12m$2.30
"Bones": Being Further Adventures in Mr. Commissioner Sander's CountryEdgar Wallace6h 37m$2.30
Die drei von CordovaEdgar Wallace6h 41m$2.30
Hüter des FriedensEdgar Wallace6h 41m$2.30
Mr. Justice MaxellEdgar Wallace6h 4m$2.30
KriminalgeschichtenEdgar Wallace3h 40m$2.30
Die Gräfin von AscotEdgar Wallace6h 5m$2.30
Geschichten und RomaneEdgar Wallace418h 32m$2.30
Die Bande des SchreckensEdgar Wallace6h 5m$2.30
Die blaue HandEdgar Wallace9h 15m$2.30
Writ in Barracks A Collection of PoemsEdgar Wallace1h 5m$2.30
The Secret HouseEdgar Wallace6h 46m$2.30
Tam o' the ScootsEdgar Wallace4h 25m$2.30
Ein Gerissener KerlEdgar Wallace7h 47m$2.30
Klub der VierEdgar Wallace2h 52m$2.30
Hands up!Edgar Wallace8h 53m$2.30
Der Mann von MarokkoEdgar Wallace7h 51m$2.30
The Clue of the Twisted CandleEdgar Wallace6h 39m$2.30