The Filigree Ball (eBook, ePUB)
Being a full and true account of the solution of the mystery concerning the Jeffrey-Moore affair
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In "The Filigree Ball," Anna Katharine Green crafts a masterful detective narrative that intricately weaves elements of mystery and social commentary. Set against the backdrop of late 19th-century America, the plot revolves around a lavish ball that serves as the stage for dark intrigue and suspense. Green's signature literary style, characterized by meticulous detail and an atmospheric tone, immerses readers in the complexities of human psychology and moral ambiguity. Her narrative deftly balances the conventions of the emerging detective genre with rich descriptions and character development...
In "The Filigree Ball," Anna Katharine Green crafts a masterful detective narrative that intricately weaves elements of mystery and social commentary. Set against the backdrop of late 19th-century America, the plot revolves around a lavish ball that serves as the stage for dark intrigue and suspense. Green's signature literary style, characterized by meticulous detail and an atmospheric tone, immerses readers in the complexities of human psychology and moral ambiguity. Her narrative deftly balances the conventions of the emerging detective genre with rich descriptions and character development, establishing her as a pioneer of American crime fiction. Anna Katharine Green, often referred to as the "mother of detective fiction," broke new ground in a predominantly male literary field. Born in 1846, her experiences as a woman in a patriarchal society informed her writing, in which she often explored themes of justice and inequality. Green's contemporaneous engagement with legal issues and her keen observations of societal norms likely influenced her creations, allowing her to infuse her narratives with authenticity and depth that resonate with the reader. I highly recommend "The Filigree Ball" to those who appreciate a complex, plot-driven tale that goes beyond mere entertainment. Green'Äôs work not only entertains with its cunning twists and turns but also engages with essential issues of its time, making it a significant read for fans of both classic literature and early crime fiction.
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