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Fergus Hume
The original blockbuster crime novel, The Mystery of a Hansom Cab sold hundreds of thousands of copies worldwide.
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The Mystery of a Hansom Cab, published in 1886, was the first novel by Fergus Hume. It begins with a sensational murder, as the body of a dead man is…
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The Silent House, is a classical and a rare book, that has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha…
The Silver Bullet, is a classical and a rare book, that has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha…
"Madame Midas" by Fergus Hume is a conventional novel, set against the backdrop of the Australian goldfields all through the 19th century. The tale unfolds inside the bustling town of…
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"The Gates of Dawn" by Fergus Hume is a riveting mystery novel that unfolds in opposition to the backdrop of Victorian England. The narrative is woven with problematic plots, complicated…
"The Silver Bullet" by Fergus Hume is a riveting thriller novel that explores the tangled net of secrets and techniques, deceit, and suspense. Set against the backdrop of a quaint…
Fergus Hume's "Jonah's Luck" is a gripping mystery book that takes place in the early 1900s. Jonah, a young, aspirational man who has always believed in the power of luck…
Fergus Hume novel "The Pink Shop" is a compelling examine that tells a thrilling story set in a mysterious and intriguing establishment. The plot revolves across the Pink Shop, an…
"The Gentleman Who Vanished: A Psychological Phantasy" by using Fergus Hume is a compelling thriller story approximately the mysterious disappearance of a rich gentleman named Mr. Thomas Pendarth. Set in…
"The Green Mummy" by Fergus Hume is a thrilling mystery novel that captivates readers with its intricate plot, suspenseful environment, and a touch of the supernatural. This work showcases Hume's…
The Solitary Farm, a classical book, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in…
The Mikado Jewel by Fergus Hume has been regarded as significant work throughout human history, and in order to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps…
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The Silent House from Fergus Hume. Prolific English novelist (1859-1932).
Ferguson Wright Hume (1859-1932), known as Fergus Hume, was a prolific English novelist. Shortly after graduation Hume relocated to Melbourne, Australia, where he obtained a job as a barristers’ clerk…
This scarce antiquarian book is included in our special Legacy Reprint Series. In the interest of creating a more extensive selection of rare historical book reprints, we have chosen to…
A murder mystery novel set in ancient Egypt with a green mummy as the centerpiece. The Green Mummy is a thrilling combination of suspense and action.
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This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either…
First published in 1886, this vivid and brilliantly plotted murder thriller,is set in the charming and deadly streets of marvellous Melbourne. A wonderful depiction of a bustling yet uneasy city…
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General Books publication date: 2009 Original publication date: 1904 Original Publisher: G. W. Dillingham Company Subjects: Fiction / Mystery
The Lost Parchment: A Detective Story, has been considered important throughout human history. In an effort to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to secure…
The Harlequin Opal - Vol. 1 is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1893. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research…
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A Coin of Edward VII; A Detective Story, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made…
All in all, this story is so rich in the essential elements of worthy fiction–in characterization, exciting adventure, suggestions of the marvelous, wit, humor, pathos, and just enough of tragedy–that…
First published in 1909. Hume’s first novel The Mystery of a Hansom Cab (1886) became the most sensationally popular crime and detective novel of the century and he went on…
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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The Island of Fantasy - A Romance is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1892. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as…
The Island of Fantasy - Vol. III is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1892. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as…
The Island of Fantasy - Vol. II is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1892. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as…
The Island of Fantasy - Vol. I is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1892. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as…
