Edgar Wallace

Broschiertes Buch

Writ In Barracks (1900)

Beschreibung

Writ In Barracks is a novel written by the renowned British author, Edgar Wallace, and originally published in 1900. The story takes place in a military barracks and follows the life of Private John Simmons, a soldier who is falsely accused of stealing a valuable diamond from his commanding officer. Simmons is court-martialed and sentenced to death, but he maintains his innocence and sets out to clear his name. As Simmons investigates the theft, he uncovers a web of deceit and corruption within the barracks, and he soon realizes that he is not the only one who has been wronged. With the help of a sympathetic officer and a clever young woman, Simmons sets out to uncover the truth and bring the real thief to justice. The novel is a thrilling tale of mystery, suspense, and intrigue, with a cast of well-drawn characters and a plot that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. It also provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of a soldier in the late 19th century, with vivid descriptions of military discipline, training, and camaraderie. Overall, Writ In Barracks is a classic work of British fiction that will appeal to fans of mystery, adventure, and historical fiction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Autor

Richard Horatio Edgar Wallace was a British writer known for his contributions to sensational genres like detective stories, gangster novels, adventure tales, and science fiction. He was born on April 1, 1875, in Greenwich, London, to a poor family and was raised as an illegitimate child. Wallace left school at the age of 12 and began working in various jobs before finding his way into journalism. His early life was marked by hardship, but he soon found success as a writer, contributing not only novels but also plays, screenplays, and short stories. Wallace is best remembered for his detective and crime fiction, including the creation of "The Green Archer" and the introduction of the character "King Kong" to cinema. His works were marked by suspense, high tension, and complex characters. He was married twice, first to Ivy Maude Caldecott, with whom he had a son and daughter, and later to Ethel Violet King. Wallace passed away on February 10, 1932, at the age of 56 in Beverly Hills, California.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 180
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Dezember 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 10mm
• Gewicht: 270g
• ISBN-13: 9781437366877
• ISBN-10: 1437366872
• Artikelnr.: 25875263