Gaston Leroux

The Double Life

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Produktbeschreibung

Delve into the unsettling world of "The Double Life" by Gaston Leroux, a master of suspense and mystery. This historical fiction explores the chilling subject of spirit possession, weaving a tale that blurs the lines between reality and the occult. Leroux, renowned for his gripping narratives, crafts a story rich with atmosphere and intrigue. "The Double Life" delves into the unknown, inviting readers to confront the unsettling possibility of forces beyond our comprehension. Experience the suspense as the narrative unfolds, drawing you deeper into a world where the boundaries of self are tested and the supernatural lurks just beneath the surface. A timeless exploration of the mysteries that lie hidden within, this republication of Leroux's work offers a captivating journey into the heart of the unknown. 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.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 164
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 9mm
• Gewicht: 240g
• ISBN-13: 9781023381437
• ISBN-10: 1023381435
• Artikelnr.: 74022850

Autorenporträt

Detective fiction writer Gaston Louis Alfred Leroux was a French journalist who lived from May 6, 1868, until April 15, 1927. His most well-known work in the English-speaking world is The Phantom of the Opera (1909), which has been adapted for the stage and screen multiple times. The most notable adaptations are the 1986 musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and the 1925 film starring Lon Chaney. One of the most well-known mysteries involving locked rooms is his 1907 book The Mystery of the Yellow Room. After returning from reporting a volcanic explosion in 1907 and being assigned to another job without vacation time, he left journalism and started writing fiction. He also attended a case that included a thorough study and coverage of the former Paris Opera, which is now home to the Paris Ballet. There was a cell in the basement that housed Paris Commune inmates.