The Scarlet Bat A Detective Story - Hume, Fergus
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""The Scarlet Bat: A Detective Story"" by Fergus Hume is a gripping mystery that centers on the enigmatic figure known as the Scarlet Bat. The story follows the investigations of a determined detective as he seeks to uncover the identity and motives of this elusive criminal, who is linked to a series of bizarre and puzzling crimes. Set against a backdrop of suspense and intrigue, the narrative unfolds with unexpected twists and turns, drawing readers into a world filled with deception and hidden truths. As the detective delves deeper into the case, he encounters a cast of intriguing…mehr

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""The Scarlet Bat: A Detective Story"" by Fergus Hume is a gripping mystery that centers on the enigmatic figure known as the Scarlet Bat. The story follows the investigations of a determined detective as he seeks to uncover the identity and motives of this elusive criminal, who is linked to a series of bizarre and puzzling crimes. Set against a backdrop of suspense and intrigue, the narrative unfolds with unexpected twists and turns, drawing readers into a world filled with deception and hidden truths. As the detective delves deeper into the case, he encounters a cast of intriguing characters, each with their own secrets and agendas, making it difficult to discern friend from foe. Hume's writing combines elements of classic detective fiction with rich descriptions and atmospheric settings, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. The novel explores themes of justice, morality, and the complexities of human nature.
Autorenporträt
Ferguson Wright Hume, also known as Fergus Hume, was a prolific English novelist who wrote detective fiction, thrillers, and mysteries. Hume was born in Powick, Worcestershire, England, as the second son of James C. Hume, a Scot who worked as a clerk and steward at the county pauper and lunatic asylum. When he was three, his family moved to Dunedin, New Zealand, where he attended Otago Boys' High School and studied law at the University of Otago. He was admitted to the New Zealand Bar in 1885. Hume moved to Melbourne, Australia, shortly after graduating and began working as a barristers' clerk. He began writing plays but was unable to persuade Melbourne theatre managers to approve, let alone read them. Hume returned to England, first in London, then in Thundersley, Essex, at Church Cottage, most likely on the invitation of the Reverend Thomas Noon Talfourd Major. Hume resided in Thundersley for thirty years, producing over 130 novels and various collections, the most of which were mystery stories, although he never regained the fame of his debut novel. He also wrote lyrics for songs written by his brother-in-law, Charles Willeby, and book reviews for literary periodicals such as The Bookman. The 1911 census shows him as 'author', aged 51, and living at Church Cottage, Thundersley, which comprised of six rooms. He had a housekeeper, Ada Louise Peck, a widow aged 69. He made regular trips to Italy, France, Switzerland, and other European countries.