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Masterpieces of Mystery- Riddle Stories by Joseph Lewis French
Masterpieces of Mystery- Riddle Stories by Joseph Lewis French
Great Pirate Stories
This book is a collection of piracy-themed stories, featuring seventeen tales from different authors. Titles featured include 'The Capture of Panama, 1671' by John Esquemeling; 'The Daughter of the Great Mogul' by Daniel Defoe; and'A True Account of Three Notorious Pirates' by Howard Pyle.
Masterpieces of Mystery- Riddle Stories by Joseph Lewis French
Masterpieces of Mystery- Riddle Stories by Joseph Lewis French
Masterpieces of Mystery: Detective Stories
The honour of founding the modern detective story belongs to an American writer. Such tales as "The Purloined Letter" and "The Murders in the Rue Morgue" still stand unrivalled. We in America no more than the world of letters at large, did not readily realize what Poe had done when he created Auguste Dupin-the prototype of Sherlock Holmes et genus omnes, up to the present hour. On Poe's work is built the whole school of French detective story writers. Conan Doyle derived his inspiration from them in turn, and our American writers of today are helped from both French and English sources. It is rare enough to find the detective in fiction even today, however, who is not lacking in one supreme ...
Great Ghost Stories
Great Ghost Stories: Joseph Lewis French's Best Classic Horror Thrillers by Joseph Lewis French: Immerse yourself in the spine-chilling tales of "Great Ghost Stories" compiled by Joseph Lewis French. This collection brings together a selection of the best classic horror thrillers, featuring renowned authors such as Edgar Allan Poe, M.R. James, Ambrose Bierce, and more. Prepare to be captivated by the haunting narratives, supernatural encounters, and eerie atmospheres that define these timeless tales of the macabre. Key Aspects of the Book "Great Ghost Stories": Haunting Atmosphere: Experience the atmospheric settings created by masterful storytellers, as they transport you to haunted houses,...
Masterpieces of Mystery: Riddle Stories
Edited by Joseph Lewis French, this collection of 9 riddle stories includes "The Mysterious Card" and its sequel by Cleveland Moffett, "The Oblong Box" by Poe, "A Terribly Strange Bed" by Wilkie Collins, "The Lost Room" by Fitz-James O'Brien and others selected as masterful examples of the genre by the editor. He says in the forward:"A distinguished American writer of fiction said to me lately: 'Did you ever think of the vital American way we live? We are always going after mental gymnastics.' Now the mystery story is mental gymnastics. ... The stories of this collection cover a wide range and are the choice of reading in several literatures."
Great Sea Stories (Esprios Classics)
Joseph Lewis French (1858-1936) was a novelist, editor, poet and newspaper man. The New York Times noted in 1925 that he may be "the most industrious anthologist of his time." He is known for his popular themed collections, and published over twenty-five books between 1918 and his death in 1936. He founded two magazines, The New West (c. 1887) and The Wave (c. 1890). Afterwards he worked for newspapers "across the country" contributing poetry and articles. He struggled financially, and in 1927 the New York Graphic, a daily tabloid, published an autobiographical article they convinced him to write, entitled "I'm Starving - Yet I'm in Who's Who as the Author of 27 Famous Books."
Masterpieces of Mystery
Edited by Joseph Lewis French, this collection of 9 riddle stories includes "The Mysterious Card" and its sequel by Cleveland Moffett, "The Oblong Box" by Poe, "A Terribly Strange Bed" by Wilkie Collins, "The Lost Room" by Fitz-James O'Brien and others selected as masterful examples of the genre by the editor. He says in the forward: "A distinguished American writer of fiction said to me lately: 'Did you ever think of the vital American way we live? We are always going after mental gymnastics.' Now the mystery story is mental gymnastics. ... The stories of this collection cover a wide range and are the choice of reading in several literatures." Joseph Lewis French (1858-1936) was a prolific ...
Masterpieces of Mystery
Joseph Lewis French (1858-1936) was a novelist, editor, poet and newspaper man. He was the author of Christ in Sacred Art (1901) and the editor of: Great Sea Stories (1921), Great Pirate Stories (1922), Thrilling Escapes (1924), Sixty Years of American Humor (1924), Sagas of the Seas by American Writers (1924), The Pioneer West (1924), Lotus and Chrysanthemum: Chinese and Japanese Poetry (1927), Wings Over the World (1931), Gray Shadows (1931) and Conquerors of the Sky (1932). He also edited the four volume collection Masterpieces of Mystery (1920) which included Ghost Stories, Riddle Stories, Detective Stories and Mystic-Humorous Stories.
Masterpieces of Mystery Riddle Stories
Masterpieces of Mystery Riddle Stories by Joseph Lewis French: In this collection, Joseph Lewis French presents a captivating anthology of mystery riddle stories from various authors. Each story unravels puzzling mysteries, inviting readers to solve the enigmas alongside the fictional detectives and uncover the truth behind each perplexing case. Key Aspects of the Book "Masterpieces of Mystery Riddle Stories": Intriguing Mysteries: The anthology features a diverse selection of mind-bending mysteries, each challenging readers' detective skills. Character-Driven Plots: The book showcases the ingenuity of the fictional detectives and their unique approaches to solving the intricate riddles. Engaging Storytelling: "Masterpieces of Mystery Riddle Stories" captivates readers with its compelling narratives and unexpected twists. Joseph Lewis French was a prominent American author and anthologist known for his work in the mystery and detective fiction genre. Born in 1858, French's passion for mystery stories led him to curate this anthology of "Masterpieces of Mystery Riddle Stories," introducing readers to a variety of intriguing puzzles and enigmatic tales from esteemed authors.
