Anthony Berkeley, A. Monmouth Platts

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Cicely Disappears (eBook, ePUB)

Beschreibung

Cicely Disappears is a masterful example of the Golden Age mystery, showcasing Anthony Berkeley at his most psychologically incisive and quietly subversive. Blending the elegance of classic British detective fiction with sharp social observation, this vintage crime novel offers a whodunit that is as intellectually engaging as it is subtly unsettling. Set in an upper-middle-class English milieu, the novel begins with a deceptively simple premise: a young woman vanishes without explanation. As suspicion spreads and assumptions harden, Berkeley peels back layers of respectability to reveal jealousy, self-deception, and moral blindness lurking beneath polite society. The mystery unfolds not through sensational violence, but through psychological tension, misdirection, and the slow exposure of character. Unlike the conventional country house mystery, Cicely Disappears challenges the reader to look beyond surface clues and tidy solutions. Berkeley's ingenious plotting and ironic tone place the novel firmly within the tradition of the traditional whodunit, while also pushing against its limits-making it a favorite among readers who appreciate intelligence over theatrics. First published during the height of the early twentieth-century mystery boom, Cicely Disappears remains a compelling example of why Golden Age detective fiction continues to endure. Witty, unsettling, and sharply observed, it is essential reading for fans of classic British crime novels and readers who enjoy mysteries that reward close attention and thoughtful deduction

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Autor

Anthony Berkeley (1893-1971) was one of the founding masters of the Golden Age of British detective fiction. Writing under his own name and as Francis Iles, Berkeley helped transform the mystery novel from a simple puzzle into a sophisticated exploration of character, motive, and psychology. A journalist, humorist, and critic as well as a novelist, Berkeley was a founding member of London's legendary Detection Club, where he worked alongside Agatha Christie, Dorothy L. Sayers, and G.K. Chesterton. His creation of Roger Sheringham, an erudite amateur sleuth with a sharp wit and human flaws, redefined the modern detective hero. Berkeley's innovative approach to crime, suspense, and psychological intrigue influenced generations of writers and helped shape the evolution of the classic British mystery. His works-especially The Layton Court Mystery, The Poisoned Chocolates Case, and Malice Aforethought-remain essential reading for anyone who loves intelligent whodunits, vintage crime stories, and the enduring charm of Golden Age mysteries.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Wilder Publications, Inc.
• Seitenzahl: 182
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Januar 2026
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781515469131
• Artikelnr.: 76142794