Beschreibung
Produktdetails
Einband
Taschenbuch
Erscheinungsdatum
30.04.2026
Verlag
Alpha EditionSeitenzahl
202
Maße (L/B/H)
22,9/15,2/1,2 cm
Gewicht
336 g
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
978-93-7459-256-4
A shadow slips through the gaslit streets of Edwardian London, where the line between respectability and infamy is as thin as a drawn curtain. In this world of whispered secrets and sudden violence, a gentleman thief outwits both society and the law, orchestrating daring heists that leave the police baffled and the public enthralled. The narrative unfolds with a masterful sense of suspense, each chapter drawing readers deeper into the cat-and-mouse pursuit between a criminal mastermind and the relentless detectives determined to bring him to justice. With its intricate plotting and atmospheric detail, this early twentieth century mystery immerses the reader in the very heart of vintage detective fiction, where every clue matters and every motive is suspect. The novel stands as a striking example of the master criminal novel, blending the sophistication of the gentleman thief with the tension of a police pursuit. Its pages pulse with the energy of a golden age mystery, yet its themes of temptation, cunning, and the unpredictable nature of justice remain as compelling today as when they were first penned. The story's deft exploration of criminal psychology, combined with its suspenseful crime story structure, marks it as a significant entry in the tradition of British detective stories. For those drawn to the allure of heist and robbery tales, or the subtle interplay between lawbreakers and lawmen, this work offers a reading experience both intellectually engaging and richly entertaining. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, inviting both new readers and seasoned collectors to rediscover a cornerstone of classic crime fiction.
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