The Big Bow Mystery (Classic Reprint)

The Big Bow Mystery (Classic Reprint)
Author: Israel Zangwill
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Total Pages: 272
Release: 2015-07
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9781451005844

Excerpt from The Big Bow Mystery Mysterious circumstances are apt to be com plicated by comic. The indispensable con dition of a good mystery is that it should be able and unable to be solved by the reader, and that the writer s solution should satisfy. Many a mystery runs on breathlessly enough till the denouement is reached, only to leave the reader with the sense of having been robbed of his breath under false pre tenses. And not only must the solution be adequate, but all its data must be given in the body of the story. The author must not suddenly spring a new person or a new circumstance upon his reader at the end. Thus, if a friend were to ask me to guess who dined with him yesterday, it would be fatuous if he had in mind somebody of whom he knew I had never heard. The only person who has ever solved The Big Bow Mystery is myself. This is not paradox but plain fact. For long before the book was written, I said to myself one night that no mystery-monger had ever murdered a man in a room to which there was no possible access. The puzzle was scarcely propounded ere the solution flew up and the idea lay stored in my mind til], years later. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

The Big Bow Mystery

The Big Bow Mystery
Author: Israel Zangwill
Publisher: Graphic Arts Books
Total Pages: 92
Release: 2021-05-21
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 151328777X

The Big Bow Mystery (1892) is a novel by Israel Zangwill. Although he is frequently recognized as a writer who focused on the plight of London’s Jewish community, Zangwill also wrote works of genre fiction. Originally serialized in The Star, The Big Bow Mystery is a satirical take on the locked room mystery that continues to astound, entertain, and frustrate readers to this day. Having risen through poverty to become an educator and author, Zangwill dedicated his career to the voiceless, the oppressed, and the needy, advocating for their rights and bearing witness to their suffering in some of the most powerful novels and stories of the Victorian era. On a foggy morning in a working-class neighborhood on the East End of London, a landlady rises to light the fire and make a pot of tea. Eventually, Mrs. Drabdump realizes that one of her tenants has overslept, and goes upstairs to wake him. Finding his room locked from the inside, she grows concerned and enlists the help of another tenant. Forcing open the door, they find the man—a prominent activist for worker’s rights—dead in his own bed. When the coroner’s report reveals that the man was neither murdered or killed by his own hand, an investigation is launched involving inept policemen, a major politician, and several strange characters whose peculiarities provide a darkly humorous tint to an otherwise brutal tale of death and urban decay. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Israel Zangwill’s The Big Bow Mystery is a classic of British literature reimagined for modern readers.

The Big Bow Mystery

The Big Bow Mystery
Author: Israel Zangwill
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 125
Release: 2019-11-21
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

"The Big Bow Mystery" by Israel Zangwill is one of the earliest examples of the locked-room mystery genre, mysteries that seem to be committed in circumstances under which it appeared impossible. Mr. Arthur Constant asks his landlady Mrs. Drabdump to be woken early. At six forty-five in the morning of a cold and foggy day, she knocks loudly on the door, but gets no answer, so she goes to the kitchen to prepare breakfast. The woman, who decides to ask for help from George Grodman, a well-known investigator who lives across the street. Once in front of the door, the detective tries to turn the handle, but it's closed, and the only thing to do at this point is to force it to find Constant lying in bed with his throat cut.

The Mystery of the Yellow Room (Detective Club Crime Classics)

The Mystery of the Yellow Room (Detective Club Crime Classics)
Author: Gaston Leroux
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
Total Pages: 235
Release: 2018-08-09
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0008167044

One of the defining novels of the entire crime genre, Gaston Leroux’s The Mystery of the Yellow Room has inspired readers and writers including Agatha Christie and John Dickson Carr, and is now republished in hardback in the Detective Club series with a brand new introduction.

The Perfect Crime: The Big Bow Mystery (Detective Club Crime Classics)

The Perfect Crime: The Big Bow Mystery (Detective Club Crime Classics)
Author: Israel Zangwill
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
Total Pages: 170
Release: 2015-08-13
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0008137293

The first in a new series of classic detective stories from the vaults of HarperCollins is the world’s first locked-room mystery, a seemingly impossible crime story as powerful as any that have copied the scenario since.

The Red Right Hand

The Red Right Hand
Author: Joel Townsley Rogers
Publisher: Hachette UK
Total Pages: 172
Release: 2021-10-14
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1471920801

A deranged killer sends a doctor on a quest for the truth - deep into the recesses of his own mind. 'Deserves its reputation as one of the greatest mysteries of all time' PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, starred review What really happened to Inis St. Erme? What was his fatal mistake? Was it when he and his bride-to-be first set out to elope in Vermont? Or did his deadly error occur later, when they picked up a terrifying hitch-hiker, or when the three stopped at 'Dead Bridegroom's Pond' for a picnic? Dr Riddle is determined to find out, but he soon uncovers a series of bizarre coincidences that leave him questioning his sanity and his innocence. After all, he too walked those wild, deserted roads the night of the murder, stranded and struggling to get home to New York City. The more he reflects, the more his own memories become increasingly uncertain, as he veers into the irrational territory of pure terror...

The Second Carolyn Wells Megapack

The Second Carolyn Wells Megapack
Author: Carolyn Wells
Publisher: Wildside Press LLC
Total Pages: 3516
Release: 2014-07-15
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1479403237

The second collection of Carolyn Wells work presents several mysteries, a non-fiction study of the art of the detective story, and a good selection of her young adult series novels. Included are: A CAROLYN WELLS BIBLIOGRAPHY THE DEEP LAKE MYSTERY FACE CARDS (1925) THE TECHNIQUE OF THE MYSTERY STORY (1913) PTOMAINE STREET (1920) THE STAYING GUEST (1904) MARJORIE’S VACATION (1907) MARJORIE’S BUSY DAYS (1908) MARJORIE’S NEW FRIEND (1909) MARJORIE’S MAYTIME (1911) MARJORIE AT SEACOTE (1912) PATTY FAIRFIELD (1901) PATTY AT HOME (1904) PATTY’S SUMMER DAYS (1906) PATTY IN PARIS (1907) PATTY’S FRIENDS (1908) PATTY’S SUCCESS (1910) PATTY’S BUTTERFLY DAYS (1912) PATTY’S SOCIAL SEASON (1913) PATTY’S SUCCESS (1910) PATTY’S SUITORS (1914) PATTY BLOSSOM (1917) THE JINGLE BOOK (1899) If you enjoy this book, search your favorite ebook store for "Wildside Press Megapack" to see the more than 100 other entries in the series, covering science fiction, modern authors, mysteries, westerns, classics, adventure stories, and much, much more! (Sort by publication date to see the most recent releases.)

THE GREAT BRITISH DETECTIVES - Boxed Set: 270+ Thriller Classics & Murder Mysteries (Illustrated Edition)

THE GREAT BRITISH DETECTIVES - Boxed Set: 270+ Thriller Classics & Murder Mysteries (Illustrated Edition)
Author: Arthur Conan Doyle
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 10888
Release: 2024-01-18
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

THE GREAT BRITISH DETECTIVES boxed set is an unparalleled collection that spans the rich tapestry of early twentieth-century British detective literature. Curated to showcase the diversity of narrative techniques, settings, and characters, this anthology embarks on a thrilling journey through the fog-laden streets of London to the country's quaint villages, encapsulating the golden age of detective fiction. The assortment includes seminal works that have shaped the genre, blending intellectual puzzles with suspenseful storytelling, and features contributions from literary titans to hidden gems. The thematic cohesion around mystery and intrigue is brilliantly executed, offering readers an exhaustive exploration of the detective genre's evolution. The authors represented in this collectionamong them Arthur Conan Doyle, G. K. Chesterton, and Edgar Wallacebring together a wealth of literary experience and accolades. Their backgrounds, ranging from journalism to medicine, have informed their storytelling, infusing their narratives with authenticity and complexity. This anthology situates itself within significant literary and cultural movements, reflecting societal anxieties and the universal quest for truth and justice. These narratives not only entertain but also offer intriguing insights into the zeitgeist of early 20th-century Britain. For aficionados of detective stories, THE GREAT BRITISH DETECTIVES boxed set opens a veritable treasure chest of narrative riches. The volume is an indispensable addition to the libraries of those keen to immerse themselves in the intrigue and intellect of classic detective literature. It stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of the genre, inviting readers on a journey of discovery through the minds of its most gifted architects. This collection is not merely a historical artifact; it is a vibrant conversation across generations, inviting reflection on the timeless themes of morality, law, and the human condition.

The Case of the Murderous Dr. Cream

The Case of the Murderous Dr. Cream
Author: Dean Jobb
Publisher: Algonquin Books
Total Pages: 433
Release: 2021-07-13
Genre: True Crime
ISBN: 1616206896

“A tour de force of storytelling.” —Louise Penny, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Chief Inspector Gamache series “Jobb’s excellent storytelling makes the book a pleasure to read.” —The New York Times Book Review ”When a doctor does go wrong he is the first of criminals,” Sherlock Holmes observed during one of his most baffling investigations. “He has nerve and he has knowledge.” In the span of fifteen years, Dr. Thomas Neill Cream murdered as many as ten people in the United States, Britain, and Canada, a death toll with almost no precedent. Poison was his weapon of choice. Largely forgotten today, this villain was as brazen as the notorious Jack the Ripper. Structured around the doctor’s London murder trial in 1892, when he was finally brought to justice, The Case of the Murderous Dr. Cream exposes the blind trust given to medical practitioners, as well as the flawed detection methods, bungled investigations, corrupt officials, and stifling morality of Victorian society that allowed Dr. Cream to prey on vulnerable and desperate women, many of whom had turned to him for medical help. Dean Jobb transports readers to the late nineteenth century as Scotland Yard traces Dr. Cream’s life through Canada and Chicago and finally to London, where new investigative tools called forensics were just coming into use, even as most police departments still scoffed at using science to solve crimes. But then, most investigators could hardly imagine that serial killers existed—the term was unknown. As the Chicago Tribune wrote, Dr. Cream’s crimes marked the emergence of a new breed of killer: one who operated without motive or remorse, who “murdered simply for the sake of murder.” For fans of Erik Larson’s The Devil in the White City, all things Sherlock Holmes, or the podcast My Favorite Murder, The Case of the Murderous Dr. Cream is an unforgettable true crime story from a master of the genre.

Murder in Print

Murder in Print
Author: Melvyn P. Barnes
Publisher:
Total Pages: 264
Release: 1986
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: