Murder Mysteries Boxed Set: 880+ True Crime Stories, Action Thrillers & Detective Mysteries
By Agatha Christie, Edgar Wallace, Arthur Conan Doyle, Wilkie Collins, R. Austin Freeman, H. C. McNeile, G. K. Chesterton, Arthur Morrison, Ernest Bramah, Victor L. Whitechurch, Thomas W. Hanshew, E. W. Hornung, J. S. Fletcher, Rober Barr, Frank Froest, C. N. Williamson, A. M. Williamson, Isabel Ostander, Edgar Allan Poe, Arthur B. Reeve, Émile Gaboriau, Marie Belloc Lowndes, Richard Marsh, Mary Roberts Rinehart, Arthur J. Rees, Carolyn Wells, William Le Queux, Frank L. Packard, Fred M. White, Allan Pinkerton, Marcel Allain, Pierre Souvestre, E. C. Bentley, A. A. Milne, Anna Maynard Barbour, A. E. W. Mason, Louis Tracy, Auguste Groner, Sax Rohmer, E. Phillips Oppenheim, Cleveland Moffett, Louis Joseph Vance, Jackson Gregory, Frank H. Spearman, Murray Leinster, Erskine Childers, Dorothy L. Sayers, Freeman Wills Crofts, Catherine Louisa Pirkis, H.C. Bailey, H. Beam Piper, James Hay, Melville Davisson Post, Anna Katharine Green, Ambrose Bierce, John R. Coryell, Frederic Arnold Kummer & Arthur Cheney Train
- Release Date: 2018-12-21
- Genre: Mysteries & Thrillers
Description
The 'Murder Mysteries Boxed Set: 880+ True Crime Stories, Action Thrillers & Detective Mysteries' offers an expansive collection that traverses the evocative landscapes of crime fiction and detective stories through varying eras and styles. From the fog-laden streets of Victorian London to the gritty avenues of modern cities, the anthology encompasses a broad range of writing, showcasing pivotal pieces that have shaped the genre. The collection celebrates the richness of narrative approaches and the evolution of mystery and suspense, featuring works that have remained seminal in the literary canon of thrillers and criminal investigation tales. This set is curated from an assembly of authors whose individual legacies have collectively defined and redefined the boundaries of the mystery genre. The backgrounds of these contributors read like a who's who of literary titans—from the foundational puzzles posed by Poe to the intricate plots of Christie and Doyle, each author adds a distinct flavor to the concoction. The set not only revisits historical and cultural milestones within the genre but also mirrors significant societal shifts captured through cleverly crafted mysteries, making each story both a mirror to its time and a timeless exploration of human nature. 'Readers of 'Murder Mysteries Boxed Set' are invited to immerse themselves in more than 880 narratives that promise not just entertainment but a comprehensive journey through the development of the mystery genre. This collection serves as an essential educational tool and a source of insight into the psychological and societal constructs wrapped within mysteries. Perfect for students of literature, aficionados of detective stories, and newcomers alike, this anthology stands as a testament to the enduring allure and complexity of crime writing.
