Fergus Hume

The Peacock of Jewels (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

"The Peacock of Jewels" by Fergus Hume is a thrilling mystery novel that follows the investigations of a detective as he tries to solve the puzzling case of a stolen jewel, known as the Peacock of Jewels. Set in late 19th-century London, the story features a cast of intriguing characters, including a wealthy collector of precious stones, a beautiful young woman, and a cunning thief. Hume's skillful use of plot twists and suspenseful storytelling create a page-turning mystery that will keep readers guessing until the very end. With its intricate plot, memorable characters, and vivid setting, "The Peacock of Jewels" is a must-read for fans of classic mystery and detective fiction.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: True Sign Publishing House
• Erscheinungstermin: 20. April 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9789358050493
• Artikelnr.: 68108590

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.