Fergus Hume

The Peacock of Jewels (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

Fergus Hume's 'The Peacock of Jewels' is a captivating mystery novel set in the late 19th century. The story follows the enigmatic protagonist, Mr. Bracq, as he navigates through a web of deceit, greed, and hidden secrets in the upper echelons of London society. Hume's writing style is rich in detail and vivid in its portrayal of the opulent setting, drawing readers into a world of intrigue and suspense. The themes of betrayal and redemption are skillfully woven into the narrative, keeping readers on the edge of their seats till the very end. 'The Peacock of Jewels' is a classic whodunit that will appeal to fans of Victorian mysteries and literary thrillers alike. Fergus Hume's intricate plot twists and well-developed characters make this novel a timeless masterpiece that continues to captivate readers decades after its initial publication.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 285
• Erscheinungstermin: 18. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066151218
• Artikelnr.: 58929272

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.