Bøger af Earl Derr Biggers

In this timeless classic from Earl Derr Biggers, two gentlemen engage in a high-stakes bet over whether one can successfully woo and win over a captivating woman. Full of humor, intrigue, and romance, Love Insurance is a fun and engaging read from start to finish.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Step into the heart of the American South with WilliamFaulkner's ""Light in August,"" a gripping novel that captures thecomplexities of identity, race, and longing in a world marked bystark contrasts and moral dilemmas. This captivating story, set inFaulkner's iconic Yoknapatawpha County, Mississippi,interweaves the lives of its memorable characters: Joe Christmas,a man haunted by his mixed heritage and a violent past; LenaGrove, a resilient and determined young woman in search of thefather of her unborn child; and Reverend Gail Hightower, adisgraced minister grappling with his own ghosts.Faulkner's masterful narrative takes readers on a journey througha landscape both beautiful and brutal, exploring themes ofisolation, the human condition, and the relentless pursuit ofredemption. His rich, poetic prose and deep psychologicalinsights paint a vivid portrait of a society wrestling with its ownconscience.""Light in August"" is not just a novel, it's a profound explorationof the human spirit. Faulkner, a Nobel Prize-winning author,challenges and engages readers with his signature blend of deep,complex characters and multilayered storytelling. This book is amust-read for anyone who appreciates the art of literature at itsfinest-a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readersaround the world. Discover the power of Faulkner's words in""Light in August,"" where every page illuminates the depths ofhuman experience.

Seven Keys to Baldpate , is a classical and a rare book, that has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and redesigned. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work, and hence their text is clear and readable. This remarkable volume falls within the genres of Language and Literatures American and Canadian literature

Allan, Lord Harrowby, son and heir of James Nelson Harrowby, came to Lloyds of London with a most unusual request for insurance. He knew that Lloyds took out policies on unusual risks. And what he wanted was insurance of a most unusual kind...love insurance. What follows is a comic novel of improbable dimensions, by the world-famous creator of Chinese detective Charlie Chan!

Love Insurance by Earl Derr Biggers has been regarded as significant work throughout human history, and in order to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to ensure its preservation by republishing this book in a contemporary format for both current and future generations. This entire book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not made from scanned copies, the text is readable and clear.

From October 24, 1938 to December 23, 1939, the "Charlie Chan" comic strip, written and drawn by Alfred Andriola, appeared in daily newspapers six days a week. Reprinted in this book are all of those strips, in full black and white.

Kuka halusi puhuvan papukaijan hengiltä – ja miksi?Omalaatuinen miljardööri ostaa arvokkaan helminauhan ja käynnistää erikoisen tapahtumaketjun. Älykäs, sivistynyt ja kunniakas Charlie Chan, etsivä Honolulusta, värvätään kuljettamaan arvokoru Havaijilta Kaliforniaan. Suunnitelmat menevät täysin uusiksi, kun toimeksiantoon sekoittuu kaksi mystistä murhaa. Surmansa saavat niin sekatyömies kuin kiinaa puhuva papukaija. Onneksi nokkela Chan on paikalla!Biggersin klassisesta etsiväromaanista ei puutu herrasmieshenkeä, vauhtia eikä myöskään romantiikkaa.Kuin Agatha Christien mysteereitä – mutta Havaijilla! Charlie Chan on kiinalais-amerikkalainen etsivä, joka selvittää kiehtovia rikoksia Havaijin kauniissa ympäristössä. Yhdysvaltalainen kirjailija Earl Derr Biggers (1884–1933) tunnetaan erityisesti jännitysromaaneistaan, joissa seikkailee kiinalais-amerikkalainen etsivä Charlie Chan.

The Agony Column is the perfect combination of mystery and vintage romance. Earl Derr Biggers may have been the only person, besides M.M. The short story begins on July 23, 1914, as Geoffrey West, an American living in London and a devoted reader of the daily newspaper's personal column (known as the "Agony Column in England"), observes a young American woman and her father entering and taking a seat nearby who also reads the Agony Column. He fell in love with it right away. He is so enamored of her that he publishes an advertisement in the column expressing his interest in her. She replies with her name, Sadie Haight, and hotel address, assuring him that she would determine whether or not she is interested after receiving 7 letters from him within 7 days if he is interested. He continues the story in his excellently written daily letters, which she eagerly awaits. His letters provide fascinating tales of his persona, his involvement in the murder of the resident of the rooms above him, and the events that followed. The story revolves around a high-stakes romance between two strangers!

Hyytävä murhatapaus Havaijilla – kuka tappoi yläluokkaisen miehen?Eletään 1920-lukua. Kun varakas bostonilainen Dan Winterslip murhataan Havaijilla, kiinalais-amerikkalainen etsivä Charlie Chan on jännittävän mysteerin äärellä. Kuka olisi voinut haluta pahaa Danille? Entä mikä on Danin suvun tarina – mikseivät kaikki sukulaiset tule toimeen keskenään? Ja miten Danin sukulaispoika John Quincy Winterslip liittyy tähän kaikkeen? Kaiken huipuksi mysteeriin liittyy myös talo ilman avainta...Charlie Chan ja avaimeton talo aloittaa jännittävän etsiväsarjan.Kuin Agatha Christien mysteereitä – mutta Havaijilla! Charlie Chan on kiinalais-amerikkalainen etsivä, joka selvittää kiehtovia rikoksia Havaijin kauniissa ympäristössä.Yhdysvaltalainen kirjailija Earl Derr Biggers (1884–1933) tunnetaan erityisesti jännitysromaaneistaan, joissa seikkailee kiinalais-amerikkalainen etsivä Charlie Chan.

‘Inside the Lines’ (1915) is a gripping novel by American writers Earl Derr Biggers and Robert Wells Ritchie.On the eve of the First World War as preparations for the conflict are in full swing, American businesswoman, Jane Gerson, is stranded on the tiny island of Gibraltar, unable to get back home.With rumours of a German plot and spies around every corner, Jane’s path home is fraught with suspicion and danger.This page-turning adventure thriller is perfect for fans of espionage films and fiction.Earl Derr Biggers (1884-1933) was an American writer of novels and plays. He predominantly wrote detective mysteries and famously created the Chinese-American detective, Charlie Chan, which has been adapted for film and TV on numerous occasions. His most popular works include 'The House Without a Key', 'Seven Keys to Baldplate', and 'The Black Camel'.Robert Welles Ritchie (1879-1942) was an American writer and journalist. He wrote novels and short stories and is mostly remembered today for 'Inside the Lines', 'Trails to Two Moons', and 'Dust of the Desert'. Many of his works were also adapted for film.

LARGE PRINT EDITION. The House Without a Key (1925) is a mystery novel by Earl Derr Biggers. The first in a series of novels featuring Chinese American detective Charlie Chan, The House Without a Key is notable for its nuanced depiction of race and class on the edges of American empire. Based in part on the life of Chinese Hawaiian detective Chang Apana, the character of Charlie Chan was intended by Biggers as an alternative to racist Yellow Peril stereotypes of the early twentieth century.Shaken by the murder of his uncle, a Bostonian aristocrat living in Hawai'i, John Quincy Winterslip travels to the islands to manage his estate and encourage his aunt Minerva to return home. Uncomfortable at first, he soon grows to appreciate both the natural beauty of life in the Pacific and the youthful attraction of a young woman he meets on his trip. Winterslip makes the decision to break off his engagement with Agatha and remains in Hawai'i to help with the investigation into his uncle's death. As he grows familiar with the case, he comes to respect Chinese American detective Charlie Chan, an intelligent and honest man who dedicates himself to his work with passion and honor. The House Without a Key, the first in a series of six novels featuring Chan, rejuvenated Biggers' career as a leading writer of popular fiction in the early twentieth century.With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Earl Derr Biggers' The House Without a Key is a classic of American detective fiction reimagined for modern readers.

Mimo upływu lat Aleksander Eden wciąż pamięta, jak w wieku siedemnastu lat pobierał w Honolulu nauki tańca od uroczej dziewczyny imieniem Alicja. Była to córka milionera, czego dowodził sznur błyszczących pereł na jej szyi. Ścieżki tych dwojga rozeszły się na lata, by przeciąć się ponownie, gdy oboje są już więcej niż dojrzałymi ludźmi. Aleksander prowadzi dobrze prosperującą firmę jubilerską, zaś Alicja po śmierci męża popadła w tarapaty finansowe. Mężczyzna pomaga swojej dawnej miłości sprzedać sznur pereł. Zakupem jest zainteresowany ekscentryczny milioner - kosztowności trzeba jednak dostarczyć na pustynię w Kalifornii. Aleksander wysyła w tę misję swojego syna Boba. Towarzyszy mu przybyły z Honolulu chiński policjant Charlie Chan.To druga powieść z serii kryminałów o charakterystycznym detektywie. Książka była dwukrotnie ekranizowana - w 1927 i 1934 r. - jednak obie wersje uważane są za stracone.Earl Derr Biggers (1884-1933) - amerykański twórca kryminałów, najbardziej znany jako autor cyklu powieści detektywistycznych o Charliem Chanie, chętnie przenoszonych na kinowy ekran. Chan jest chińskim oficerem z amerykańskim obywatelstwem, który mieszka w Honolulu (inspiracja prawdziwą postacią Changa Apana). Bohater o charakterystycznym wyglądzie (tęgi, lecz sprawny fizycznie, azjatyckie rysy) i barwnym usposobieniu (wytworny, przesadnie grzeczny, gawędziarz, piewca życia rodzinnego) przypomina postaci tworzone przez Agathę Christie - Herkulesa Poirota czy Jane Marple. Biggers urodził się w stanie Ohio, ukończył uniwersytet harwardzki, mieszkał i zmarł w Kalifornii. Pisał klasyczne kryminały z łamigłówką, bez epatowania przemocą.