Auguste Groner

The Case Of The Pocket Diary Found In The Snow

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 44
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. November 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 3mm
• Gewicht: 70g
• ISBN-13: 9789374830598
• ISBN-10: 9374830590
• Artikelnr.: 76056457

Autorenporträt

Auguste Groner (1850-1929) was an Austrian author noted for her pioneering contributions to the detective fiction genre. Her work is distinguished by keen psychological insight and attention to detail-traits shared with her most famous creation, Detective Joseph Muller. Born in Vienna, Groner developed a profound understanding of human nature, which she expertly wove into her narratives. 'The Case of the Pocket Diary Found in the Snow' (Das Mysterium des Schneefeldes, 1897) remains a celebrated example of her craft, introducing readers to the intellectual prowess of Muller, a character who predated and arguably influenced other legendary figures in detective fiction, including Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot and Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes. Groner's narrative approach often centralized the psychological elements of crime, delving into the minds of both criminal and investigator-a literary technique that has since become a standard in the genre. Although not as widely known as her male counterparts, Auguste Groner's contributions have left an indelible mark on the world of mystery and detective fiction, offering a nuanced and thoughtful perspective that continues to captivate readers and scholars alike.