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Murder Mysteries Boxed Set: 880+ True Crime Stories Action Thrillers & Detective Mysteries - Sherlock Holmes Dr Thorndyke Cases Bulldog Drummond Max Carrados Martin Hewitt… - cover

Murder Mysteries Boxed Set: 880+ True Crime Stories Action Thrillers & Detective Mysteries - Sherlock Holmes Dr Thorndyke Cases Bulldog Drummond Max Carrados Martin Hewitt…

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, 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

Publisher: Musaicum Books

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The 'Murder Mysteries Boxed Set: 880+ True Crime Stories, Action Thrillers & Detective Mysteries' offers an expansive collection that traverses the evocative landscapes of crime fiction and detective stories through varying eras and styles. From the fog-laden streets of Victorian London to the gritty avenues of modern cities, the anthology encompasses a broad range of writing, showcasing pivotal pieces that have shaped the genre. The collection celebrates the richness of narrative approaches and the evolution of mystery and suspense, featuring works that have remained seminal in the literary canon of thrillers and criminal investigation tales. This set is curated from an assembly of authors whose individual legacies have collectively defined and redefined the boundaries of the mystery genre. The backgrounds of these contributors read like a who's who of literary titans—from the foundational puzzles posed by Poe to the intricate plots of Christie and Doyle, each author adds a distinct flavor to the concoction. The set not only revisits historical and cultural milestones within the genre but also mirrors significant societal shifts captured through cleverly crafted mysteries, making each story both a mirror to its time and a timeless exploration of human nature. 'Readers of 'Murder Mysteries Boxed Set' are invited to immerse themselves in more than 880 narratives that promise not just entertainment but a comprehensive journey through the development of the mystery genre. This collection serves as an essential educational tool and a source of insight into the psychological and societal constructs wrapped within mysteries. Perfect for students of literature, aficionados of detective stories, and newcomers alike, this anthology stands as a testament to the enduring allure and complexity of crime writing.
Available since: 12/21/2018.
Print length: 64111 pages.

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