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ISBN10: 9373056301
ISBN13: 9789373056302
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Feb 24 2026
Pages: 214
Weight: 0.64
Height: 0.49 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9789373056302
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Feb 24 2026
Pages: 214
Weight: 0.64
Height: 0.49 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A locked room, a vanished clue, a wry smile behind the magnifying glass-here, the boundaries of logic and imagination blur in the shadows of Edwardian London. Within these pages, the golden age of detective fiction springs to life with wit and suspense, inviting readers to savour a collection of mystery short stories that are as ingenious as they are entertaining. Crafted by a master storyteller whose flair for the unexpected rivals the genre's greatest, this anthology of tales introduces a world where every puzzle is laced with both peril and sly humour. The stories are not only a showcase for the celebrated Max Carrados detective but also a testament to the author's versatility, drawing on the same inventive spirit found in the beloved Kai Lung stories. Long overlooked, this volume was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations, ensuring that the charm and cleverness of early 20th-century fiction are once again at your fingertips. Each narrative brims with the hallmarks of classic detective fiction: deft plotting, British detective stories steeped in atmospheric detail, and a cast of characters whose eccentricities are matched only by their creator's wit. Readers will delight in suspenseful short stories that balance tension with the subtle comedy that distinguishes Ernest Bramah's works from his contemporaries. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, carefully revived for those who appreciate the art of storytelling and the thrill of intellectual challenge. Whether you are a casual enthusiast or a discerning collector, you will find in these pages a rare blend of humorous detective tales and literary significance, offering a window into the evolution of the genre and the enduring appeal of Ernest Bramah's detective fiction.
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