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Rhode John

    Questo prolifico romanziere di gialli ottenne fama principalmente attraverso due serie distinte. Una, sotto lo pseudonimo di John Rhode, introdusse lo scienziato forense Dr. Priestley, che impiegava metodi scientifici per la detection dei crimini, come l'analisi del fango sulle scarpe dei sospettati. Una seconda serie, scritta come Miles Burton, presentava l'investigatore dilettante Desmond Merrion che lavorava a fianco di Scotland Yard. I critici collocarono questo autore all'interno della scuola "Humdrum" della narrativa poliziesca, caratterizzata da un focus su enigmi intricati e deduzione logica, simili agli incrociverba. Il suo stile narrativo si concentrava sulla meticolosa costruzione della trama e sull'analisi scientifica delle prove.

    Rhode John
    The Murders in Praed Street
    Body Unidentified
    Dead of the Night
    Poison for One
    The Anatomy of Murder
    Death Takes a Partner
    • 2024

      Body Unidentified

      • 226pagine
      • 8 ore di lettura

      The story begins with Mr. Wedgwood observing what he initially believes to be a large car in his yard, only to realize with shock that it is actually a hearse. This moment sets the tone for a narrative filled with intrigue and unexpected revelations, as the presence of the hearse raises questions about its purpose and the implications it holds for Mr. Wedgwood's life. The contrast between the ordinary setting and the ominous arrival of the hearse hints at deeper themes of mortality and the unforeseen events that can disrupt daily life.

      Body Unidentified
    • 2024

      The Murders in Praed Street

      • 196pagine
      • 7 ore di lettura

      Set in the backdrop of the Golden Age of Detective Fiction, this 1928 novel follows the armchair detective Lancelot Priestley as he tackles a complex murder case on Praed Street. Known for his intellectual prowess, Priestley employs his analytical skills to unravel the mystery, showcasing the genre's hallmark of clever deduction and intricate plotting. This installment marks the fourth in Priestley's series, continuing to captivate readers with its engaging narrative and classic detective elements.

      The Murders in Praed Street
    • 2024

      Death Takes a Partner

      • 250pagine
      • 9 ore di lettura

      Inspector Lancelot Priestley investigates a complex murder case involving a wealthy industrialist found dead in his lavish estate. As he navigates a labyrinth of secrets and deceit, the array of suspects complicates the search for the truth, making for a gripping mystery filled with intrigue and unexpected twists.

      Death Takes a Partner
    • 2019

      The Anatomy of Murder

      • 352pagine
      • 13 ore di lettura

      A unique anthology for crime aficionados - seven of the world's most notorious genuine murder mysteries retold by the most accomplished classic crime writers of their generation.

      The Anatomy of Murder