Fergus Hume

The Fever of Life (eBook, ePUB)

Unraveling Secrets in Victorian England's Elite Society

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "The Fever of Life," Fergus Hume delves into the intricate interplay between human emotions and existential crises through a gripping narrative that intertwines elements of romance, mystery, and psychological depth. The literary style is characterized by Hume's adept use of vivid imagery and dramatic tension, reflecting the late Victorian preoccupation with the darker aspects of human experience. As a response to the rapidly changing society of the time, the novel resonates with themes of passion, despair, and the quest for meaning amidst chaos, capturing a sense of urgency reflective of its title. Fergus Hume was an influential figure in late 19th-century literature, best known for his detective fiction, which paved the way for the genre's development. Born in England and later moving to Australia, Hume was exposed to diverse cultural influences and social dynamics, which profoundly impacted his storytelling. His experiences with the complexities of urban life and the human condition inform the emotional weight and thematic richness found in "The Fever of Life," showcasing Hume's versatility as a writer beyond mere genre conventions. This novel is highly recommended for readers interested in exploring the depths of human experience through a classic lens, offering a thought-provoking narrative that challenges societal norms and personal ambition. Hume's masterful storytelling will leave readers contemplating the profound nature of desire and the human spirit long after the last page is turned.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 221
• Erscheinungstermin: 12. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066182632
• Artikelnr.: 58596485

Autorenporträt

Fergusson Wright Hume (1859 - 1932), known as Fergus Hume, was a prolific English novelist. Finding that the novels of Émile Gaboriau were then very popular in Melbourne, Hume obtained and read a set of them and determined to write a novel of the same kind. The result was The Mystery of a Hansom Cab, set in Melbourne, with descriptions of poor urban life based on his knowledge of Little Bourke Street. It was self-published in 1886 and became a great success. Because he sold the British and American rights for 50 pounds, however, he reaped little of the potential financial benefit. It became the best-selling mystery novel of the Victorian era; in 1990 John Sutherland called it the "most sensationally popular crime and detective novel of the century". This novel inspired Arthur Conan Doyle to write A Study in Scarlet, which introduced the fictional consulting detective Sherlock Holmes. Doyle remarked, "Hansom Cab was a slight tale, mostly sold by 'puffing'." After the success of his first novel and the publication of another, Professor Brankel's Secret (c.?1886), Hume returned to England in 1888. His third novel was titled Madame Midas and it was based on the life of the mine and newspaper owner Alice Ann Cornwell. This book became a play and her estranged husband, John Whiteman, sued over its content. Hume resided in London for a few years and then moved to the Essex countryside where he lived in Thundersley for 30 years. Eventually he produced more than 100 novels and short stories.