Bøger af Fergus Hume

Millionæren Charles Moon bliver fundet myrdet i sit hjem, og mistanken falder på en kvinde, der har besøgt ham umiddelbart før mordet. Hun er imidlertid som sunket i jorden, men har efterladt en kunstig flue og en særegen duft på liget. Flyveren Dan Halliday sætter alt ind på at finde morderen og samtidig redde sin elskede Lillian, Charles Moons datter, fra den slimede lord Curberrys efterstræbelser.En uskyldig og underholdende, lidt kitschet kriminalroman fra dengang flyvningen og filmen var i sin barndom, og hemmelige selskaber lurede på hvert andet gadehjørne.

Sigøjnerpigen Hagar Stanley bliver efterstræbt af den grove og ubehagelige Goliath, og flygter ind til London, hvor hun indlogerer sig hos sin onkel, pantelåneren Jacob Dix. Da han nogen tid efter dør, arver hun butikken, og derefter følger ti fortællinger om de mærkværdige og til tider kostbare genstande, Hagar får i pant. Da hun er en nysgerrig og intelligent pige, involverer hun sig i genstandenes og deres ejeres historie.Hagar er blevet kaldt "sigøjnerdetektiven", men som oftest fungerer hun mere som en slags katalysator for handlingen, og ikke som egentlig detektiv. På trods af dette, og selv om nogle af plottene kan forekomme en moderne læser noget naive, indtager Hagar en særstilling i den engelske kriminallitteratur ved at have en kvinde som hovedperson, og tilmed en kvinde af "anden etnisk herkomst", som det hedder nu om stunder.

Hen ad midnat en diset aften i 1886 stiger to mænd ind i en hansom cab i Melbourne, den ene tydeligvis voldsomt beskænket. Lidt efter stiger den ene mand af, og da kusken ser efter, opdager han, at den anden er død - myrdet med en kraftig dosis kloroform. Morderen, hans motiv og offerets identitet er ukendte ...En af verdenslitteraturens bedst sælgende kriminalromaner - her for første gang i mere end hundrede år i uforkortet oversættelse.

Fergus Hume novel "The Pink Shop" is a compelling examine that tells a thrilling story set in a mysterious and intriguing establishment. The plot revolves across the Pink Shop, an area full of secrets and techniques and intrigue. As characters end up entangled in the store's mystique, a series of events occur, revealing unexpected links and mystery histories. Fergus Hume, famed for his mastery of mystery and suspense, creates a story that mixes romance, intrigue, and suspense. The Pink Shop becomes a focus for the individuals, every with their very own motivations and dreams, including layers of complication to the tale. The paintings delves into troubles of affection, treachery, and the implications of buried pasts. The writer's wealthy descriptions and remarkable feel of atmosphere convey the Pink Shop and its surrounds to existence. Readers are drawn right into an international full of secrets, and each person plays a function in solving the thriller. Fergus Hume's writing capability shines through as he creates suspense and expectation, preserving the reader fascinated from begin to finish.

"The Green Mummy" by Fergus Hume is a thrilling mystery novel that captivates readers with its intricate plot, suspenseful environment, and a touch of the supernatural. This work showcases Hume's expertise for crafting engaging narratives inside the tradition of conventional detective fiction. The tale begins with the distxtery of a mysterious mummy that appears to possess a malevolent pressure. As the characters delve into the secrets surrounding the historic artifact, they become entangled in an internet of deceit, murder, and the occult. The narrative unfolds towards the backdrop of London, adding an atmospheric and Victorian ambiance to the tale. Inspector Heatherstone, a pro detective, takes at the challenge of unraveling the enigma surrounding the green mummy. As he investigates, he encounters a cast of exciting characters, each with their personal motives and secrets. The novel weaves together factors of crime, suspense, and the supernatural, preserving readers on the threshold of their seats. Fergus Hume's storytelling prowess shines via in "The Green Mummy," as he skillfully combines elements of conventional mystery with a touch of the uncanny.

Fergus Hume's "Jonah's Luck" is a gripping mystery book that takes place in the early 1900s. Jonah, a young, aspirational man who has always believed in the power of luck, is the main character of the story. His convictions are put to the test, though, when he finds himself drawn into a number of perilous and unexpected circumstances. Jonah's adventure starts when he distxters an enigmatic relic that is rumoured to have amazing abilities. Jonah is intrigued by its possibilities and is driven to learn the truth about its beginnings and the mysteries it conceals. When Jonah looks further into the history of the artefact, he finds a labyrinth of treachery, dishonesty, and ulterior motives. Jonah meets a wide range of people in the novel, and all of them have unique secrets and agendas. Jonah has to make his way through a dangerous world where nothing is as it seems, from mysterious fortune tellers to crafty thieves. He will need to use cunning, instinct, and a little bit of good fortune to get by along the journey. As the narrative progresses, Jonah's conception of luck is called into question, leading him to wonder if his fate is more deeply shaped by something other than pure happenstance. Jonah's character is put to the test with every turn, forcing him to face his insecurities and worries.

"The Gates of Dawn" by Fergus Hume is a riveting mystery novel that unfolds in opposition to the backdrop of Victorian England. The narrative is woven with problematic plots, complicated characters, and a suspenseful environment that keeps readers on the threshold of their seats. The tale revolves around a mysterious murder that happens under the eerie mild of the Gates of Dawn, a picturesque setting that hides dark secrets. As the investigation unfolds, readers are drawn into a web of deception, intrigue, and hidden reasons. Hume masterfully crafts a plot that keeps the reader guessing till the very last revelation. The characters within the novel are richly developed, each with their own reasons and secrets. The protagonist, at the side of a solid of fascinating people, navigates via a labyrinth of twists and turns, uncovering the truth layer by means of layer. Hume's writing captures the essence of the Victorian technology, immersing readers in an international of gaslit streets, opulent estates, and a society teeming with both propriety and scandal. "The Gates of Dawn" stands proud as a conventional example of Victorian thriller fiction, showcasing Hume's storytelling prowess and his capability to create a gripping narrative that transcends time.

"The Silver Bullet" by Fergus Hume is a riveting thriller novel that explores the tangled net of secrets and techniques, deceit, and suspense. Set against the backdrop of a quaint village, the tale unfolds with the invention of a silver bullet-an apparently risk free find that sets off a series of activities shrouded in mystery. As the narrative progresses, Fergus Hume introduces a solid of fascinating characters, each with their very own reasons and hidden agendas. The silver bullet becomes a image of each danger and intrigue, propelling the reader right into a world where not anything is as it seems. The novel combines elements of crime, romance, and suspense, developing a multi-layered plot that maintains the reader guessing until the final revelation. Hume's storytelling prowess is obvious as he masterfully builds tension and suspense, skillfully navigating the tricky relationships and dark secrets that define the village. The silver bullet serves as a catalyst for a sequence of sudden twists and turns, main to a climax this is as fulfilling as it's far surprising. With its atmospheric putting, well-drawn characters, and problematic plot, "The Silver Bullet" stands as a testament to Fergus Hume's potential to craft compelling mysteries that captivate readers.

"The Gentleman Who Vanished: A Psychological Phantasy" by using Fergus Hume is a compelling thriller story approximately the mysterious disappearance of a rich gentleman named Mr. Thomas Pendarth. Set in Victorian England, the tale begins when Mr. Pendarth disappears without a trace, leaving behind a bewildered circle of family and friends. As suspicions develop and rumors unfold, the protagonist, investigator Mr. Gryce, is called upon to solve the mystery and find out the truth in the back of Mr. Pendarth's disappearance. With rigorous interest to element and tremendous investigative talents, Mr. Gryce delves into the suspects' lives, revealing a network of secrets and techniques, lies, and hidden intentions. As the investigation continues, Mr. Gryce need to navigate a maze of clues and red herrings to piece collectively the mystery of Mr. Pendarth's disappearance. Along the manner, he meets a numerous ensemble of characters, every with their own motivations and goals. Through twists and turns, thrilling disclosures, and unexpected narrative tendencies, "The Gentleman Who Vanished" keeps readers on the brink of their seats till the shocking climax. Fergus Hume's tricky narrative, attractive characters, and evocative setting create a riveting tale of intrigue, tension, and mental suspense.

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The Silent House, 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 book falls within the genres of Language and Literatures, English literature

"Madame Midas" by Fergus Hume is a conventional novel, set against the backdrop of the Australian goldfields all through the 19th century. The tale unfolds inside the bustling town of Ballarat, in which gold mining is at its top, and the promise of wealth lures fortune seekers from all walks of life. The titular individual, Madame Midas, is a mysterious and inviting woman who arrives in Ballarat with a beyond shrouded in secrecy. As the narrative unfolds, Madame Midas becomes entangled in a web of love, greed, and betrayal. Her relationships with the opposite characters, such as the fascinating miner Gaston Vandeloup, add layers of complexity to the plot. The novel explores topics of wealth, ambition, and the effects of unchecked choice. The harsh and unpredictable conditions of the goldfields serve as a metaphor for the capricious nature of destiny and the pursuit of fortune. Fergus Hume's brilliant descriptions and engaging storytelling seize the essence of the Australian frontier throughout the gold rush generation. "Madame Midas" stands as a captivating work that combines elements of romance, thriller, and social remark. Hume's narrative prowess and eager observations of human nature contribute to the enduring attraction of this nineteenth-century literary gem.

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Ein Krimi-Klassiker, der eine spannende Geschichte erzählt: Ein Mann wird in einer Droschke ermordet und der Taxifahrer wird verdächtigt. Doch wer ist der wahre Täter?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.

The Clock Struck One is a thrilling whodunit by Fergus Hume that keeps you guessing until the very end. The novel follows detective Reginald Brett as he tries to solve the murder of a wealthy merchant. Along the way, he uncovers a web of deceit and lies that threatens to consume him. Hume's writing style keeps readers on the edge of their seats, and the book is a must-read for fans of crime fiction.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.

A romantic novel about a young woman who finds herself caught up in a love triangle that spans generations. When she inherits an opal that is said to have magical powers, she discovers that it has the power to bring the past to life. With the help of a dashing young man, she sets out to uncover the secrets of the opal and the people who have coveted it for centuries.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.

Fergus Hume's The Black Image is a gripping mystery novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Set in the early 1900s, the story follows Detective Stanwick as he investigates a series of murders in London's East End. With plenty of twists and turns, this book is a must-read for fans of the genre.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.

A wealthy man is found murdered and his inheritance is the subject of a complex mystery involving a missing will and multiple suspects. This classic crime novel is a page-turner that will keep you guessing until the very end.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.

A thrilling mystery novel about a mysterious sealed message that leads to murder and intrigue. This book is a must-read for fans of classic detective fiction.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.

In this mystery novel, Fergus Hume tells the story of a Scottish detective who is brought in to investigate a series of mysterious thefts. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal that threatens to destroy everything he holds dear.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.

Hume (1859-1932) was a prolific English novelist. Born in England, his family emigrated to New Zealand when he was three and it was here he was educated and admitted to the bar in 1885. Shortly after he relocated to Melbourne, Australia where he worked as a barrister's clerk and began writing plays without success. He then turned to mystery fiction and his first self-published work The Mystery of a Hansom Cab became the best-selling novel of the genre in the Victorian era. Hume returned to England in 1888 and went on to produce over 100 novels and stories. This novel was first published in 1900.

Fergusson Wright Hume (8 July 1859 - 12 July 1932), known as Fergus Hume, was a prolific English novelist. Hume was born in England, the second son of James Hume. When he was three the family emigrated to Dunedin, New Zealand, where he was educated at Otago Boys' High School and studied law at the University of Otago. He was admitted to the New Zealand bar in 1885. Shortly after graduation Hume relocated to Melbourne, Australia, where he obtained a job as a barristers' clerk.

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Hume (1859-1932) was a prolific English novelist. Born in England, his family emigrated to New Zealand when he was three and it was here he was educated and admitted to the bar in 1885. Shortly after he relocated to Melbourne, Australia where he worked as a barrister's clerk and began writing plays without success. He then turned to mystery fiction and his first self-published work The Mystery of a Hansom Cab became the best-selling novel of the genre in the Victorian era. Hume returned to England in 1888 and went on to produce over 100 novels and stories. This novel was first published in 1889.

Thank you for checking out this book by Theophania Publishing. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you soon. We have thousands of titles available, and we invite you to search for us by name, contact us via our website, or download our most recent catalogues. Lucian Denzil was a briefless barrister, who so far departed from the traditions of his brethren of the long robe as not to dwell within the purlieus of the Temple. For certain private reasons, not unconnected with economy, he occupied rooms in Geneva Square, Pimlico; and, for the purposes of his profession, repaired daily, from ten to four, to Serjeant's Inn, where he shared an office with a friend equally briefless and poor. This state of things sounds hardly enviable, but Lucian, being young and independent to the extent of £300 a year, was not dissatisfied with his position. As his age was only twenty-five, there was ample time, he thought, to succeed in his profession; and, pending that desirable consummation, he cultivated the muses on a little oatmeal, after the fashion of his kind. There have been lives less happily circumstanced. Geneva Square was a kind of backwater of the great river of town life which swept past its entrance with speed and clamour without disturbing the peace within. One long, narrow street led from a roaring thoroughfare into a silent quadrangle of tall grey houses, occupied by lodging-house keepers, city clerks and two or three artists, who represented the Bohemian element of the place. In the centre there was an oasis of green lawn, surrounded by rusty iron railings the height of a man, dotted with elms of considerable age, and streaked with narrow paths of yellow gravel.

"What IS your name?" "Susan Grant, Miss Loach." "Call me ma'am. I am Miss Loach only to my equals. Your age?" "Twenty-five, ma'am." "Do you know your work as parlor-maid thoroughly?" "Yes, ma'am. I was two years in one place and six months in another, ma'am. Here are my characters from both places, ma'am." As the girl spoke she laid two papers before the sharp old lady who questioned her. But Miss Loach did not look at them immediately. She examined the applicant with such close attention that a faint color tinted the girl's cheeks and she dropped her eyes. But, in her turn, by stealthy glances, Susan Grant tactfully managed to acquaint herself with the looks of her possible mistress. The thoughts of each woman ran as follows, - Miss Loach to herself. "Humph! Plain-looking, sallow skin, rather fine eyes and a slack mouth. Not badly dressed for a servant, and displays some taste. She might turn my old dresses at a pinch. Sad expression, as though she had something on her mind. Honest-looking, but I think a trifle inquisitive, seeing how she examined the room and is stealing glances at me. Talks sufficiently, but in a low voice. Fairly intelligent, but not too much so. Might be secretive. Humph!" The thoughts of Susan Grant. "Handsome old lady, probably nearly sixty. Funny dress for ten o'clock in the morning. She must be rich, to wear purple silk and old lace and lovely rings at this hour. A hard mouth, thin nose, very white hair and very black eyebrows. Got a temper I should say, and is likely to prove an exacting mistress. But I want a quiet home, and the salary is good. I'll try it, if she'll take me." Had either mistress or maid known of each other's thoughts, a conclusion to do business might not have been arrived at. As it was, Miss Loach, after a few more questions, appeared satisfied. All the time she kept a pair of very black eyes piercingly fixed on the girl's face, as though she would read her very soul. But Susan had nothing to conceal, so far as Miss Loach could gather, so in the end she resolved to engage her. "I think you'll do," she said nodding, and poking up the fire, with a shiver, although the month was June. "The situation is a quiet one. I hope you have no followers." "No, ma'am," said Susan and flushed crimson. "Ha!" thought Miss Loach, "she has been in love-jilted probably. All the better, as she won't bring any young men about my quiet house." "Will you not read my characters, ma'am?" Miss Loach pushed the two papers towards the applicant. "I judge for myself," said she calmly. "Most characters I read are full of lies. Your looks are enough for me. Where were you last?" "With a Spanish lady, ma'am!" "A Spanish lady!" Miss Loach dropped the poker she was holding, with a clatter, and frowned so deeply that her black eyebrows met over her high nose. "And her name?" "Senora Gredos, ma'am!" The eyes of the old maid glittered, and she made a clutch at her breast as though the reply had taken away her breath. "Why did you leave?" she asked, regaining her composure. Susan looked uncomfortable. "I thought the house was too gay, ma'am." "What do you mean by that? Can any house be too gay for a girl of your years?" "I have been well brought up, ma'am," said Susan quietly; "and my religious principles are dear to me. Although she is an invalid, ma'am, Senora Gredos was very gay. Many people came to her house and played cards, even on Sunday," added Susan under her breath. But low as she spoke, Miss Loach heard. "I have whist parties here frequently," she said drily; "nearly every evening four friends of mine call to play. Have you any objection to enter my service on that account?" "Oh, no, ma'am. I don't mind a game of cards. I play 'Patience' myself when alone. I mean gambling-there was a lot of money lost and won at Senora Gredos' house!

This mystery is written by a famous British author Fergus Hume and deals with a mysterious message, a locked-up girl and a murder.

Thank you for checking out this book by Theophania Publishing. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you soon. We have thousands of titles available, and we invite you to search for us by name, contact us via our website, or download our most recent catalogues. "Ah well, Miss Eva, I 'spose your pa'ull come home to spile things as he allays have done. It ain't no wonder, I ses, as you sits moping by the winder, looking double your age, and you only twenty, as has no right to look forty, whatever you may say, though I took my dying alfred-david on its blessed truth." This slightly incoherent and decidedly pessimistic speech was moaned, rather than spoken, by a lean-bodied, hard-faced, staring-eyed woman to a pretty girl, who did not look at the speaker. And small wonder. Mrs. Merry--inappropriate name--was unattractive to the eye. She was angular, grey-skinned, grey-eyed, grey-haired, and had thin, drooping lips almost as grey as the rest of her. In her black stuff gown--she invariably wore the most funereal dresses--with uneasy hands folded under a coarse apron, she stood before Eva Strode, uttering lamentations worthy of Jeremiah at his worst. But such dumpishness was characteristic of the woman. She delighted in looking on the black side of things, and the blacker they were, the more she relished them. Out of wrong-doing, and grief and things awry, she extracted a queer sort of pleasure, and felt never so happy as when the worst came to the worst. It seemed unfit that such a walking pageant of woe should be called Merry.

Thank you for checking out this book by Theophania Publishing. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you soon. We have thousands of titles available, and we invite you to search for us by name, contact us via our website, or download our most recent catalogues. When Spenser Tait took his seat at the breakfast table, he cast a look around, according to custom, to see that all was as orderly as he could wish. The neatest and most methodical of men, he was positively old maidish in his love of regularity and tidiness. His valet, Dormer, -with him for over fifteen years, -had been trained by such long service into the particular ways of his master, and was almost as exacting as Tait himself in the matter of domestic details. No woman was permitted to penetrate into those chambers in Earls Street, St. James'; but had one been able to do so, she could have found no fault with them, either on the score of taste or of cleanliness. The shell of this hermit crab was eloquent of the idiosyncrasies of its tenant. The main characteristic of the breakfast room was one of severe simplicity. The carpet of green drappled brown, the curtains to match, and the furniture of oak, polished and dark. On the white cloth of the table an appetizing breakfast was set out in silver and china, and a vase of flowers showed that the little gentleman was not unmindful of the requirements of an artistic temperament. Even the Times, carefully cut and warmed, was neatly folded by the silver ringed napkin, and Dormer, standing stiff and lean by his master's chair, was calmly satisfied that no fault could be found with his work. For the past fifteen years, save on occasions of foreign travel, the same etiquette had been observed, the same actions performed, for, like the laws of the Medes and Persians, the habits of Tait were fixed and determined.

Thank you for checking out this book by Theophania Publishing. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you soon. We have thousands of titles available, and we invite you to search for us by name, contact us via our website, or download our most recent catalogues. "Of course he's a wretch, dear; but oh!"-with an ecstatic expression-"what a nice wretch!" "I see; you marry the adjective." "The man, Beatrice, the man. Give me a real man and I ask for nothing better. But the genuine male is so difficult to find nowadays." "Really! Then you have been more successful than the majority." "How sarcastic, how unfriendly! I did look for sympathy." Beatrice embraced her companion affectionately. "You have it, Dinah. I give all sympathy and all good wishes to yourself and Jerry. May you be very happy as Mr. and Mrs. Snow!" "Oh, we shall, we shall! Jerry would make an undertaker happy!" "Undertakers generally are-when business is good." "Oh! you are quite too up-to-date in your talk, Beatrice Hedge." "That is strange, seeing how I live in a dull country garden like a snail, or a cabbage." "Like a wild rose, dear. At least Vivian would say so." "Mr. Paslow says more than he means," responded Beatrice, blushing redder than the flower mentioned, "and I dare say Jerry does also." "No, dear. Jerry hasn't sufficient imagination." "He ought to have, being a journalist."