Fergus Hume

The Black Patch (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

"The Black Patch" by Fergus Hume is a gripping mystery novel that delves into the dark secrets and hidden truths of a small English village. The story unfolds when a mysterious black patch, believed to be a mark of death, appears on the faces of certain individuals in the community. As fear and suspicion grip the village, Inspector Hinton, a seasoned detective, is called upon to unravel the enigma behind the black patch. With his keen investigative skills, he delves into the lives of the villagers, uncovering long-buried secrets, personal vendettas, and a web of deceit. Hume masterfully weaves a tale of suspense and intrigue, keeping readers on the edge of their seats as the mystery deepens and the body count rises. The atmospheric setting, richly developed characters, and intricate plot twists make "The Black Patch" a captivating read for fans of classic mystery fiction.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: True Sign Publishing House
• Erscheinungstermin: 3. Juli 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9788119203246
• Artikelnr.: 68909234

Autorenporträt

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.