Victor L. Whitechurch

The Complete Railway Mysteries (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

Victor Lorenzo Whitechurch (1868-1933) was a Church of England clergyman and author. He is best known for his detective stories featuring Thorpe Hazell, the first amateur railway detective, whom the author intended to be as far from Sherlock Holmes as possible. Another Whitechurch's character was the spy Captain Ivan Koravitch. His stories were admired for their immaculate plotting and factual accuracy. Whitechurch was one of the first writers to submit his manuscripts to Scotland Yard for vetting as to police procedure. Table of Contents: Thrilling Stories of the Railway Peter Crane's Cigars The Tragedy on the London and Mid-Northern The Affair of the Corridor Express Sir Gilbert Murrell's Picture How the Bank Was Saved The Affair of the German Dispatch-Box How the Bishop Kept His Appointment The Adventure of the Pilot Engine The Stolen Necklace The Mystery of the Boat Express How the Express Was Saved A Case of Signaling Winning the Race The Strikers The Ruse That Succeeded Other Railway Stories A Perilous Ride The Slip Coach Mystery In the Rockhurst Tunnel The Convict's Revenge A Warning in Red A Jump for Freedom Special Working Instructions Pierre Cournet's Last Run Between Two Fires The Triumph of Seth P. Tucker A Policy of Silence In a Tight Fix The Romance of the "Southern Queen"

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: e-artnow
• Seitenzahl: 610
• Erscheinungstermin: 13. Dezember 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4066339574007
• Artikelnr.: 69689156

Autorenporträt

Victor Lorenzo Whitechurch (1868-1933) was an English clergyman and author renowned for his contributions to detective fiction, particularly within the sub-genre of railway mysteries. Whitechurch's literary career is highlighted by his well-crafted stories that combine his love for railways with his methodical approach to mystery writing. His works frequently feature Thorpe Hazell, an eccentric vegetarian and railway detective, who becomes synonymous with the genre and showcases Whitechurch's pioneering role in utilizing the railway setting as a backdrop for crime-solving. The anthology 'The Complete Railway Mysteries' is a compendium of Whitechurch's suspenseful narratives that lure readers into the intricacies of Edwardian railway systems interwoven with enigmas. Whitechurch's prose is characterized by meticulous detail and an erudite style, reflecting his extensive knowledge of railway lore and a keen interest in the technicalities of crime detection. His storytelling is marked by logical deduction and an emphasis on accurate representation of railway operations. His work remains relevant for enthusiasts of classic detective stories and those interested in the development of the genre. Furthermore, Whitechurch's influence extends to his participation in the Detection Club, marking his standing among contemporaries like Agatha Christie and G.K. Chesterton, who respected his narrative technique and engaging plots.