Henry Farrell, Robert Fuqua

Broschiertes Buch

The Vengeance of Toffee

Beschreibung

Venture into the labyrinthine world of the subconscious in Charles F. Myers's "The Vengeance of Toffee," a satirical mystery brimming with dark humor. This rediscovered gem explores the complexities of the human mind through the lens of an amateur sleuth entangled in a quest for revenge. Myers masterfully blends psychological intrigue with laugh-out-loud moments, creating a narrative that is both thought-provoking and endlessly entertaining. Experience the timeless appeal of this unique novel, meticulously prepared for print republication. Explore the curious intersection of humor, suspense, and the hidden depths of the mind. "The Vengeance of Toffee" offers a classic take on the themes of justice and inner turmoil, revealing how the pursuit of vengeance can lead down unexpected paths. A delightful and engaging read for anyone who appreciates classic literature with a darkly comedic edge. 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

Henry Farrell was an American novelist and screenwriter best known for the acclaimed gothic horror novella What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? which was adapted into a film starring Bette Davis and Joan Crawford. Charles Farrell Myers was born in California and spent his childhood in Chowchilla. In the 1940s and 1950s, he published "Toffee" short tales for science fiction periodicals under the name Charles F. Myers. Later, under the alias Henry Farrell, his debut novel, The Hostage, was released in 1959. The film was shot in 1966. He collaborated with Lukas Heller on the writing for Hush Hush, Sweet Charlotte (1964), which starred Davis and Olivia de Havilland. It was based on a novella he penned called "What Ever Happened to Cousin Charlotte?" Heller and Farrell won the Mystery Writers of America's Edgar Award for Best Motion Picture Screenplay in 1965. He created the original screenplay for the 1971 film What's the Matter with Helen? starring Debbie Reynolds and Shelley Winters. His wife, actress Molly Dodd, died in 1981.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 56
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 3mm
• Gewicht: 91g
• ISBN-13: 9781023435192
• ISBN-10: 1023435195
• Artikelnr.: 73997315