Fergus Hume

Broschiertes Buch

The Purple Fern

Beschreibung

Delve into the shadowy world of crime with Fergus Hume's captivating mystery, "The Purple Fern." A classic of detective fiction, this suspenseful tale plunges readers into a thrilling murder investigation. As the intricate plot unfolds, prepare to be captivated by the twists and turns that define this timeless work of crime fiction. Hume masterfully crafts a narrative where suspense builds with each page, drawing you deeper into the heart of the enigma. "The Purple Fern" stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of expertly crafted mysteries, offering a satisfying and engaging experience for anyone who enjoys a classic whodunit. Discover why this novel has captivated readers for generations with its skillful blend of intrigue and suspense. This meticulously prepared print edition ensures the story's enduring power shines. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Ferguson Wright Hume, also known as Fergus Hume, was a prolific English novelist who wrote detective fiction, thrillers, and mysteries. Hume was born in Powick, Worcestershire, England, as the second son of James C. Hume, a Scot who worked as a clerk and steward at the county pauper and lunatic asylum. When he was three, his family moved to Dunedin, New Zealand, where he attended Otago Boys' High School and studied law at the University of Otago. He was admitted to the New Zealand Bar in 1885. Hume moved to Melbourne, Australia, shortly after graduating and began working as a barristers' clerk. He began writing plays but was unable to persuade Melbourne theatre managers to approve, let alone read them. Hume returned to England, first in London, then in Thundersley, Essex, at Church Cottage, most likely on the invitation of the Reverend Thomas Noon Talfourd Major. Hume resided in Thundersley for thirty years, producing over 130 novels and various collections, the most of which were mystery stories, although he never regained the fame of his debut novel. He also wrote lyrics for songs written by his brother-in-law, Charles Willeby, and book reviews for literary periodicals such as The Bookman. The 1911 census shows him as 'author', aged 51, and living at Church Cottage, Thundersley, which comprised of six rooms. He had a housekeeper, Ada Louise Peck, a widow aged 69. He made regular trips to Italy, France, Switzerland, and other European countries.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 222
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 12mm
• Gewicht: 318g
• ISBN-13: 9781023488020
• ISBN-10: 1023488027
• Artikelnr.: 74002682