The Eye in the Museum - Softcover

Connington, J. J.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1616463384 ISBN 13: 9781616463380

Verlag: Coachwhip Publications, 2016

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The plot of Mr. Connington's The Eye in the Museum (1929) is woven round the unexpected death of Mrs. Fenton. Was it a natural death, due to heart-failure, as the medical history of her case seemed to suggest? Or was it caused by the accident of an overdose of a sleeping-draught? Or was there something further in the background? Who was most likely to profit by her death? Her niece, who had expectations from the estate? The husband, from whom she was separated, and who had every reason to wish to be free from her? The agent who looked after some of her property, and whose books were not above suspicion? Or one of her friends who held an insurance policy to cover her I.O.U.'s? Mr. Connington is established as a master of the story of pure detection. Discarding all superfluities, he has made of detective fiction a genuine minor art with its own laws and its own conventions.

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J. J. Connington is the pseudonym of Alfred Walter Stewart (1880-1947), a British author renowned for his contributions to the Golden Age of Detective Fiction. Here are key points about J. J. Connington. Alfred Walter Stewart wrote under the pen name J. J. Connington, producing a significant body of work that includes detective novels and mystery stories. He was known for his intricate plots, clever puzzles, and meticulous attention to detail in his writing. His writing style is characterized by a focus on puzzles, riddles, and the intricate unraveling of mysteries. Connington's novels often explore themes of crime, justice, and the psychology of both criminals and detectives. During the Golden Age of Detective Fiction, Connington's works stood out for their intellectual challenge and narrative sophistication. He contributed to the evolution of the detective novel by introducing innovative plot twists and unconventional solutions. ome of his notable works include "The Case with Nine Solutions" (1928), "Nordenholt's Million" (1923), and "Tragedy at Ravensthorpe" (1927), among others. These novels showcase his mastery of plot construction and storytelling. Alfred Walter Stewart, writing as J. J. Connington, left a legacy of engaging mysteries that continue to be appreciated for their intellectual depth, intricate plotting, and contribution to the rich tapestry of detective fiction from the early 20th century.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Coachwhip Publications
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2016
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1616463384
• ISBN 13: 9781616463380
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 236
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