This book contains the following works arranged alphabetically by authors last names A Royal Prisoner [Marcel Allain] The Man Who Knew Too Much,The Man Who Was Thursday: a Nightmare [G.K Chesterton] The Hound of the Baskervilles,The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes [Arthur Conan Doyle] The Nebuly Coat [John Meade Falkner] The Chestermarke Instinct,The Middle of Things,The Orange-Yellow Diamond,The Paradise Mystery [Joseph Smith Fletcher] Helen Vardon's Confession,The Singing Bone{R. Austin Freem...

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Murder. Mystery. Masterpieces. 30 Mystery & Investigation brings together the greatest minds in detective fiction—Arthur Conan Doyle, Wilkie Collins, Dashiell Hammett, Ellery Queen, Nero Wolfe, and more. These classic tales of crime, deception, and justice span generations of storytelling, capturing the spirit of suspense with every page. From fog-drenched London alleys to sunbaked American noir, these stories feature brilliant detectives, sinister villains, and twists that still surprise ...

A gripping anthology packed with suspense, danger, and unforgettable thrills. This exciting collection features thirty masterful stories that explore mystery, crime, psychological tension, and thrilling adventure. From dangerous conspiracies and chilling secrets to dramatic pursuits and shocking twists, every story keeps readers captivated until the very end. Filled with suspenseful storytelling and memorable characters, the anthology showcases the brilliance of classic thriller fiction wh...

"One episode simply melts away as the next takes over" (The New York Times) in this deliciously sinister turn-of-the-century tale of a French evil genius run rampant. Three appalling crimes leave all of Paris aghast: the Marquise de Langruen is hacked to death, the Princess Sonia is robbed, and Lord Beltham is found dead, stuffed into a trunk. Inspector Juve knows that all the clues point to one suspect: the master of disguise, Fantômas. Juve cleverly pursues him in speeding train...

Fantômas was introduced a few years after Arsène Lupin, another well-known thief. But whereas Lupin draws the line at murder, Fantômas has no such qualms and is shown as a sociopath who enjoys killing in a sadistic fashion.He is totally ruthless, gives no mercy, and is loyal to none, not even his own children. He is a master of disguise, always appearing under an assumed identity, often that of a person whom he has murdered. Fantômas makes use of bizarre and improbable techniques in...

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Fantômas was introduced a few years after Arsène Lupin, another well-known thief. But whereas Lupin draws the line at murder, Fantômas has no such qualms and is shown as a sociopath who enjoys killing in a sadistic fashion.He is totally ruthless, gives no mercy, and is loyal to none, not even his own children. He is a master of disguise, always appearing under an assumed identity, often that of a person whom he has murdered. Fantômas makes use of bizarre and improbable techniques i...

The novel likely belongs to the mystery or thriller genre, given the authors' background in creating detective and crime fiction. It may feature elements of suspense, intrigue, and adventure, as well as a complex plot involving political intrigue, deception, and betrayal.As the title suggests, "A Royal Prisoner" may involve a member of royalty who finds themselves imprisoned or otherwise entangled in a dangerous situation. The protagonist, whether the royal figure themselves or someone tas...

Anthologie contenant : A Royal Prisoner par Marcel Allain The Thames Valley Catastrophe par Grant Allen Mr Standfast par John Buchan Greenmantle par John Buchan The Island of Sheep par John Buchan The Three Hostages par John Buchan The Thirty-Nine Steps par John Buchan The Efficiency Expert par Edgar Rice Burroughs The Man Who Was Thursday: a Nightmare par Gilbert Keith Chesterton The Riddle of the Sands par Erskine Childers The Woman in White par Wilkie Collins The Rome Express par Arthur...

Fantômas is a notorious and enigmatic master criminal who operates in Paris and beyond. He is known for his cunning intellect, his ability to disguise himself, and his ruthlessness in carrying out crimes. The series follows Fantômas as he commits a wide range of daring robberies, murders, and other nefarious deeds, often outsmarting the police and leaving a trail of chaos in his wake.The "Fantômas" series is considered one of the earliest examples of the French crime fiction genre known as...

Fantômas is a French fictional character created in 1910-1911 by Pierre Souvestre and Marcel Allain. The hooded silhouette of the master of crime became an emblematic figure of popular literature of the Belle Époque and French serials following the publication of the thirty-two novels by the two co-authors (1911-1913) and five film adaptations by Louis Feuillade (1913-1914). The saga was a public success and aroused the enthusiasm of great writers and artists.Interrupted by the dea...