CALL "M" FOR MURDER: Ultimate Collection - 885 Murder Mysteries Thriller Novels & Detective Stories in One Edition - A Panoramic View of Crime Fiction: Mystery Thrillers & Detective Stories

Edgar Allan Poe, Wilkie Collins, Mary Roberts Rinehart, Erskine Childers, William Le Queux, Émile Gaboriau, Ambrose Bierce, Melville Davisson Post, E. W. Hornung, Louis Tracy, Richard Marsh, Allan Pinkerton, Edgar Wallace, G. K. Chesterton, Sax Rohmer, Agatha Christie, E. Phillips Oppenheim, Marie Belloc Lowndes, Dorothy L. Sayers, A. Milne, Carolyn Wells, Anna Katharine Green, Murray Leinster, Arthur Conan Doyle, Ernest Bramah, E. C. Bentley, Auguste Groner, R. Austin Freeman, H. Beam Piper, Fred M White, H.C. McNeile, Frank H. Spearman, Catherine Louisa Pirkis, Cleveland Moffett, Arthur B. Reeve, Arthur Morrison, Frank Froest, Pierre Souvestre, Frank L. Packard, Jackson Gregory, J. S. Fletcher, Arthur J Rees, Freeman Wills Crofts, H. C. Bailey, Victor L. Whitechurch, Louis Joseph Vance, A. E. W. Mason, Marcel Allain, Frederic Arnold Kummer, Thomas W. Hanshew, Anna Maynard Barbour, James Hay, John R. Coryell, Arthur Cheney Train, Rober Barr, C. N. Williamson, A. M. Williamson, Isabel Ostander

Summary

CALL "M" FOR MURDER: Ultimate Collection is an extraordinary anthology that spans the length and breadth of murder mysteries, thrillers, and detective stories. This massive compilation gathers an impressive array of 885 tales, ranging from the gothic suspense of the 19th century to the golden age of detective fiction in the early 20th century. The collection showcases an eclectic mix of styles and narratives, from twisted psychological mysteries to classic who-done-its. With standout pieces from celebrated stories to lesser-known gems, this anthology captures the evolution of the detective genre, inviting readers on a journey through its darkest and most gripping exploits. This remarkable volume features contributions from towering figures such as Edgar Allan Poe and Agatha Christie, alongside numerous other pioneering writers who have shaped the detective genre. The authors represented in this anthology hail from different backgrounds and eras, reflecting a diversity of perspectives that render the collection both profound and comprehensive. The anthology aligns with historical and literary movements ranging from gothic romance and Victorian sensation novels to the nuanced detective fiction of the interwar period, providing a cohesive yet variegated exploration of crime literature's development through these distinct voices. CALL "M" FOR MURDER: Ultimate Collection offers readers an unparalleled opportunity to delve into a treasure trove of thrilling narratives and intricate mysteries. Exceedingly educational and rich with insight, the collection encourages reflection on the human condition through its suspenseful storytelling and intricate plots. This anthology is a must-read for anyone interested in the progression of detective fiction and the sweeping narratives that continue to engage and intrigue readers across the world. Embark on this literary exploration and discover the remarkable dialogues these authors craft within the pages."}

Available since: 11/18/2023.

Print length: 64111 pages.

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