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In The Vindictive Story of the Footsteps That Ran, Lord Peter Wimsey finds himself unraveling a tale filled with ominous mystery and eerie suspense. The story revolves around a peculiar case where footsteps, heard yet unseen, haunt a seemingly innocent character, leading Wimsey to investigate a troubling backstory of revenge and hidden identities. With his sharp intellect and meticulous approach, Wimsey uncovers layers of deception and dark motives, showcasing Sayers'flair for building tension and complex character dynamics. This tale captures Sayers'signature blend of wit and psychological depth.

In The Undignified Melodrama of the Bone of Contention, Lord Peter Wimsey dives into a heated village dispute over an old will and a mysterious bone. When a bitter inheritance battle turns deadly, Lord Peter steps in to uncover the truth. With his wit and deductive skill, he navigates the underlying tensions, local rivalries, and hidden motives. Dorothy L. Sayers crafts a lively and suspenseful tale, blending humor and mystery as Lord Peter unravels this small-town melodrama to reveal the surprising secrets behind the Bone of Contention.

In The Piscatorial Farce of the Stolen Stomach, Lord Peter Wimsey finds himself unraveling a peculiar case centered around a missing stomach—one crucial for an autopsy to solve a suspicious death. Tasked with solving this bizarre mystery, Wimsey navigates a tangled web of fishing enthusiasts, scientific oddities, and underhanded motives. With his characteristic wit and methodical approach, he examines clues hidden in unexpected places. Dorothy L. Sayers crafts an inventive and humorous detective tale that brings to life Lord Peter's cleverness in this surreal but gripping investigation.

In The Learned Adventure of the Dragon's Head, Lord Peter Wimsey uncovers a puzzle involving an ancient artifact. Drawn by curiosity, he delves into the legend of a dragon's head and its hidden treasure. The mystery soon unfolds into an intricate challenge, combining historical clues with dangerous twists. Dorothy L. Sayers brings the story to life with her trademark intelligence and style, as Lord Peter uses his unique skills and knowledge to solve the riddle in a tale that's both intellectually stimulating and richly atmospheric.

The Fascinating Problem of Uncle Meleager's Will centers on Lord Peter Wimsey as he unravels a mystery surrounding a peculiar will. Uncle Meleager has left a cryptic inheritance, wrapped in riddles and hidden clues, challenging his family to claim it. Lord Peter takes on the case, piecing together the intricate puzzle and decoding hidden messages in the will to reveal the location of the fortune. This story showcases Dorothy L. Sayers'mastery of intrigue, weaving a clever and humorous tale of family, greed, and intellectual sleuthing.

In The Bibulous Business of a Matter of Taste, Lord Peter Wimsey faces a puzzle involving two identical bottles, one of which contains a deadly poison. When a wealthy man's health is suspiciously threatened, Wimsey must use his keen deductive skills to determine which bottle is safe. The story dives into Sayers'appreciation for intricate details, as Wimsey carefully examines taste and appearance to expose the culprit. This tale showcases Sayers'ability to weave humor and suspense, making it a classic in the Lord Peter Wimsey series.

In'The Entertaining Episode of the Article in Question', Dorothy L. Sayers once again presents the charming and clever sleuth, Lord Peter Wimsey, in a story full of wit and intrigue. Part of the collection Lord Peter Views the Body, this short mystery centers around a seemingly trivial article that holds far greater importance than first appears. As Lord Peter unravels a web of deception, false identities, and hidden motives, he must rely on his keen intelligence and subtle sense of humor to bring the culprit to justice. Sayers crafts a delightful blend of light-hearted adventure and a sharply constructed puzzle, offering readers a glimpse into Lord Peter's elegant world of high society, where danger often lurks beneath the surface of everyday life. The illustrated edition enhances the experience, adding visual appeal to the already engaging narrative. A must-read for fans of classic British detective stories, this tale showcases Sayers'trademark wit and the inimitable style of her beloved detective.

In this thrilling short story from Lord Peter Views the Body, Dorothy L. Sayers presents another gripping adventure featuring the sharp-witted aristocratic detective, Lord Peter Wimsey.'The Abominable History of the Man with Copper Fingers'unfolds as Lord Peter is drawn into a bizarre case involving a peculiar and unsettling figure—an artist with a sinister reputation and mysterious copper-coated fingers. When the artist's dark obsessions lead to murder, Lord Peter must unravel the clues hidden in the shadows of high society and the world of the avant-garde to reveal the truth. With Sayers'characteristic blend of wit, keen psychological insight, and intricate plotting, this story showcases Lord Peter's impeccable skills as a detective and a gentleman. Rich in atmosphere and intrigue, it offers readers a captivating mystery with a chilling edge.

In'Lord Peter Views the Body,'Dorothy L. Sayers presents a collection of twelve captivating short stories featuring the astute and charming Lord Peter Wimsey. Each tale showcases his unparalleled detective skills as he navigates through a series of perplexing mysteries, from eerie disappearances to baffling murders. Sayers masterfully blends wit, intellect, and suspense, creating a rich tapestry of intrigue that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. Themes of justice, morality, and the complexities of human nature are woven throughout, making the stories not only thrilling but also thought-provoking. In today's world, where the quest for truth and justice remains ever-relevant, Lord Peter's adventures resonate deeply, reminding us of the timeless battle between good and evil.

When General Fentiman is found dead in his armchair at the exclusive Bellona Club, what seems like a peaceful passing soon unravels into a perplexing mystery that only the astute Lord Peter Wimsey can untangle. As he navigates through a web of family secrets, financial intrigue, and wartime memories, Wimsey uncovers a trail that leads him to question the very nature of honor and duty. Dorothy L. Sayers masterfully blends wit and suspense in this classic whodunit, exploring themes of mortality, the aftermath of war, and the complexities of human relationships. In a world still grappling with the scars of conflict,'The Unpleasantness at the Bellona Club'remains strikingly relevant, offering a poignant reflection on the enduring impact of the past on the present.

When Lord Peter Wimsey's brother, the Duke of Denver, stands accused of murder, the aristocratic sleuth must navigate a labyrinth of secrets, lies, and hidden motives to uncover the truth. Set against the backdrop of the English countryside,'Clouds of Witness'by Dorothy L. Sayers masterfully intertwines elements of mystery and social commentary, exploring themes of justice, honor, and the complexities of familial loyalty. As Lord Peter races against time to save his brother from the gallows, readers are transported into a world where every character harbors a secret, and every clue brings them closer to a shocking revelation. This classic whodunit remains strikingly relevant today, reflecting on the enduring human struggles with morality, class, and the quest for truth. Prepare to be captivated by Sayers'intricate plotting and sharp wit, as'Clouds of Witness'challenges you to question the very nature of guilt and innocence.

An ingenious tale of murder from one of the greatest mystery writers of the twentieth century, featuring her dashing amateur sleuth, Lord Peter WimseyNinety-year-old General Fentiman has been sitting very quietly all day long in his usual fireside armchair at the Bellona Club, oblivious to the hustle and bustle of Armistice Day celebrations, when a fellow member finally notices that he is a corpse. How long he has been in this condition is not at all clear, but the exact time of his death turns out to matter very much to the potential heirs of his substantial fortune. While attempting to resolve the rivals'competing claims, Lord Peter Wimsey realizes that the old general was murdered. Who did it is another matter, however, and it takes all of Wimsey's skills and considerable persistence to ferret out the surprising truth. A VINTAGE MYSTERY CLASSIC.

Lord Peter Views the Body: The Fantastic Horror of the Cat in the Bag is a gripping and cleverly crafted mystery that showcases Dorothy L. Sayers's exceptional storytelling prowess and her iconic detective, Lord Peter Wimsey. In this tale, Wimsey is drawn into a perplexing case involving a murder that occurs under bizarre and unsettling circumstances, leading him to confront not only the physical evidence but also the psychological complexities surrounding the crime. The narrative begins with a shocking discovery that sets the stage for an intricate investigation. As Wimsey delves deeper into the case, he uncovers layers of deceit, hidden motives, and dark secrets, all while navigating the eccentricities of the characters involved. The title alludes to the chilling revelation at the heart of the mystery, where the seemingly innocuous'cat in the bag'serves as a metaphor for the shocking truths that lie beneath the surface. Sayers expertly weaves elements of suspense, humor, and social commentary throughout the story, making it not only a thrilling whodunit but also a reflection on human nature and the complexities of morality. With her signature wit and keen insights, Sayers crafts a narrative that keeps readers guessing until the very end, while also providing a rich exploration of the characters'motivations and relationships. This captivating tale is a must-read for fans of classic detective fiction and those who appreciate intricate plots filled with unexpected twists. The Fantastic Horror of the Cat in the Bag is a testament to Dorothy L. Sayers's talent for creating unforgettable mysteries that linger in the mind long after the final page is turned.

The Lord Peter Wimsey Mystery MEGAPACK® features an aristocratic detective unraveling mysteries in 1920s England. Includes 16 novels and short stories.

In The Unsolved Puzzle of the Man with No Face, Lord Peter Wimsey is presented with one of his strangest and most unsettling cases—a murder victim discovered without an identifiable face. As Wimsey delves into the mystery, he uncovers a tangle of hidden identities, deceptive alibis, and perplexing motives. Dorothy L. Sayers crafts a compelling, eerie narrative that challenges Wimsey's analytical mind and intuition, bringing forth an unforgettable tale of intrigue, clever deductions, and the chilling enigma of a man seemingly erased from recognition.

In The Adventurous Exploit of the Cave of Ali Baba, Lord Peter Wimsey faces one of his most thrilling challenges, venturing into the world of high-stakes crime and secrecy. Sayers presents a story filled with suspense, as Wimsey takes on a dangerous criminal organization inspired by the legendary “Cave of Ali Baba.” This story showcases Wimsey's cunning and bravery, engaging readers in a complex scheme that only the detective's wit and nerve can unravel. An essential tale for fans of classic mystery and action.

The First Collection of Twelve Stories is a captivating collection featuring the brilliant detective Lord Peter Wimsey in a series of thrilling, often witty mysteries. This illustrated volume includes such unforgettable tales as The Fantastic Horror of the Cat in the Bag, where Wimsey faces a bizarre crime involving a mysterious cat, and The Unprincipled Affair of the Practical Joker, which pits the detective against a cunning adversary with a penchant for dark humor. Additionally, The Bibulous Business of a Matter of Taste delves into an intriguing investigation concerning art, deception, and personal taste. Throughout these twelve stories, Sayers weaves intricate plots, with her signature blend of suspense, sharp dialogue, and character development. Lord Peter Wimsey's charm and intellect shine as he solves each case with style and wit. Perfect for fans of classic detective fiction, this collection highlights Dorothy L. Sayers'mastery of the mystery genre. Contents: The Abominable History of the Man with Copper Fingers The Entertaining Episode of the Article in Question The Fascinating Problem of Uncle Meleager's Will The Fantastic Horror of the Cat in the Bag The Unprincipled Affair of the Practical Joker The Undignified Melodrama of the Bone of Contention The Vindictive Story of the Footsteps That Ran The Bibulous Business of a Matter of Taste The Learned Adventure of the Dragon's Head The Piscatorial Farce of the Stolen Stomach The Unsolved Puzzle of the Man with No Face The Adventurous Exploit of the Cave of Ali Baba

This illustrated collection brings together over 50 of the greatest detective stories ever written, featuring iconic characters and masterful plots from some of the most celebrated authors of the mystery genre. In The Classic Detective Collection, readers will be immersed in the thrilling worlds of famous sleuths such as Hercule Poirot, Sherlock Holmes, Father Brown, and Lord Peter Wimsey, whose brilliant minds and unique methods have defined the art of solving crime. Included are beloved works like Poirot Investigates by Agatha Christie, which highlights the Belgian detective's sharp intellect and meticulous approach to uncovering hidden truths; The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes by Arthur Conan Doyle, featuring the legendary detective and his loyal companion Dr. Watson as they navigate London's most perplexing cases; The Innocence of Father Brown by G.K. Chesterton, where the humble priest uses his deep understanding of human nature to solve crimes; and Lord Peter Views the Body by Dorothy L. Sayers, showcasing the aristocratic Lord Peter Wimsey's charming yet incisive investigation style. Each story in this vast collection presents a puzzle rich in atmosphere, clever deductions, and unexpected twists, promising hours of captivating reading for fans of classic detective fiction. Illustrated throughout, this edition brings these timeless mysteries to life, making it an essential addition to any mystery lover's library. Contents: The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes • A Scandal in Bohemia • The Adventure of the Red-Headed League • A Case of Identity • The Boscombe Valley Mystery • The Five Orange Pips • The Man with the Twisted Lip • The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle • The Adventure of the Speckled Band • The Adventure of the Engineer's Thumb • The Adventure of the Noble Bachelor • The Adventure of the Beryl Coronet • The Adventure of the Copper Beeches The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes • The Adventure of Silver Blaze • The Adventure of the Yellow Face • The Adventure of the Stockbroker's Clerk • The Adventure of the Gloria Scott • The Adventure of the Musgrave Ritual • The Adventure of the Reigate Squire • The Adventure of the Crooked Man • The Adventure of the Resident Patient • The Adventure of the Greek Interpreter • The Adventure of the Naval Treaty • The Final Problem The Innocence of Father Brown • The Blue Cross • The Secret Garden • The Queer Feet • The Flying Stars • The Invisible Man • The Honour of Israel Gow • The Wrong Shape • The Sins of Prince Saradine • The Hammer of God • The Eye of Apollo • The Sign of the Broken Sword • The Three Tools of Death Hercule Poirot. Poirot Investigates • The Adventure of the Western Star • The Tragedy at Marsdon Manor • The Adventure of the Cheap Flat • The Mystery of the Hunters Lodge • The Million Dollar Bond Robbery • The Adventure of the Egyptian Tomb • The Jewel Robbery at the Grand Metropolitan • The Kidnapped Prime Minister • The Disappearance of Mr. Davenheim • The Adventure of the Italian Nobleman • The Case of the Missing Will Lord Peter Views the Body • The Abominable History of the Man with Copper Fingers • The Entertaining Episode of the Article in Question Arsène Lupin, Gentleman-burglar • The Arrest of Arsène Lupin • Arsène Lupin in Prison • The Escape of Arsène Lupin • The Mysterious Traveller • The Queen's Necklace • The Seven of Hearts • Madame Imbert's Safe • The Black Pearl

I have called this collection of fugitive pieces'Unpopular Opinions,'partly, to be sure, because to warn a person off a book is the surest way of getting him to read it, but chiefly because I have evidence that all the opinions expressed have in fact caused a certain amount of annoyance one way and the other. Indeed, the papers called'Christian Morality,''Forgiveness'and'Living to Work'were so unpopular with the persons who commissioned them that they were suppressed before they appeared: the first because American readers would be shocked by what they understood of it; the second because what the Editor of a respectable newspaper wanted (and got) was Christian sanction for undying hatred against the enemy; the third—originally intended for a Sunday evening B.B.C.'Postscript'—on the heterogeneous grounds that it appeared to have political tendencies, and that'our public do not want to be admonished by a woman.'

The Wimsey Papers are a series of articles by Dorothy L. Sayers published between November 1939 and January 1940 in The Spectator. They had the form of letters exchanged by members of the Wimsey Family and other characters familiar to readers from the Lord Peter Wimsey detective novels, but were in fact intended to convey Sayers'opinions and commentaries on various aspects of public life in the early months of the Second World War, such as black-out, evacuation, rationing and the need of the public to take personal responsibility rather than wait for the government to guide them. The subjects range from very practical and detailed advice on such issues as how pedestrians can avoid being hit by cars in black-out to quite Utopian and far-reaching schemes for the post-war reconstruction of Britain.

The Wimsey mysteries established Dorothy Sayers as one of the foremost practitioners of detective fiction during the golden age of the British mystery. This is a rare collection of 24 of Sayers'best detective short stories... A must-read!

E-artnow presents to you this unique collection of the greatest classics of thriller and mystery every fan of the genre should experience at least once in their life: The Hound of the Baskervilles (Arthur Conan Doyle) The Valley of Fear (Arthur Conan Doyle) The Return of Sherlock Holmes (Arthur Conan Doyle) His Last Bow (Arthur Conan Doyle) The Double (Fyodor Dostoyevsky) The Murder on the Links (Agatha Christie) The Man in the Brown Suit (Agatha Christie) The Secret of Chimneys (Agatha Christie) The Fall of the House of Usher (Edgar Allan Poe) The Tell-Tale Heart (Edgar Allan Poe) The Cask of Amontillado (Edgar Allan Poe) The Clue of the Twisted Candle (Edgar Wallace) That Affair Next Door (Anna Katharine Green) The Wisdom of Father Brown (G. K. Chesterton) The Incredulity of Father Brown (G. K. Chesterton) The Man Who Was Thursday (G. K. Chesterton) The Moonstone (Wilkie Collins) Great Expectations (Charles Dickens) Wuthering Heights (Emily Brontë) The Secret Garden (Frances Hodgson Burnett) Nostromo (Joseph Conrad) Treasure Island (Robert Louis Stevenson) The Mysterious Island (Jules Verne) The Wings of the Dove (Henry James) The Mysterious Portrait (Nikolai Gogol) Moll Flanders (Daniel Defoe) The Plumed Serpent (D. H. Lawrence) The Great Gatsby (F. Scott Fitzgerald) The Bat (Mary Roberts Rinehart) Max Carrados (Ernest Bramah) The King in Yellow (Robert William Chambers) The Great Impersonation (E. Phillips Oppenheim) The Middle Temple Murder (J. S. Fletcher) The Beetle (Richard Marsh) The Man in the Iron Mask (Alexandre Dumas) The Hollow Needle (Maurice Leblanc) The Mystery of the Yellow Room (Gaston Leroux) Monsieur Lecoq (Émile Gaboriau) The Jewel of Seven Stars (Bram Stoker) In a Glass Darkly (Sheridan Le Fanu) At the Mountains of Madness (H. P. Lovecraft) Carnacki, the Ghost Finder (William Hope Hodgson) The Horla (Guy de Maupassant) Trent's Last Case (E. C. Bentley) The Red House Mystery (A. A. Milne) The Mystery of Dr. Fu-Manchu (Sax Rohmer) The Riddle of the Sands (Erskine Childers) The Amateur Cracksman (E. W. Hornung) The House Without a Key (Earl Derr Biggers) The Benson Murder Case (S. S. Van Dine)

The grouse season has begun, and Lord Peter Wimsey's brother, the Duke of Denver, has descended upon the Wimsey family retreat in rustic Riddlesdale village with a small hunting party. Captain Denis Cathcart, Wimsey's soon-to-be brother-in-law, is found shot dead at the door of the lodge's conservatory, and the accused murderer is Gerald, the Duke of Denver. Faced with a multiplicity of clues, suspects, and scandalous behavior, Lord Wimsey and Chief Inspector Parker of Scotland Yard work together to solve this cozy atmospheric and suspenseful whodunit. Ranked with Agatha Christie as a master of the English crime fiction and mystery genres, Dorothy L. Sayers (1893–1957) wrote eleven novels featuring the aristocratic gentleman detective, Lord Peter Wimsey.

A translation by Dorothy L. Sayers of the classical epic, glorifying the heroism of Charlemagne in the 778 battle between the Franks and the Moors.

E-artnow presents to you this unique collection of the carefully picked greatest mystery classics of all time 100 classics: The Mysterious Affair at Styles (Agatha Christie) The Murder on the Links (Agatha Christie) The Secret Adversary (Agatha Christie) The Man in the Brown Suit (Agatha Christie) The Secret of Chimneys (Agatha Christie) The Murder of Roger Ackroyd (Agatha Christie) The Murders in the Rue Morgue (Edgar Allan Poe) The Masque of the Red Death (Edgar Allan Poe) The Fall of the House of Usher (Edgar Allan Poe) The Tell-Tale Heart (Edgar Allan Poe) The Cask of Amontillado (Edgar Allan Poe) The Purloined Letter (Edgar Allan Poe) A Study in Scarlet (Arthur Conan Doyle) The Sign of Four (Arthur Conan Doyle) The Valley of Fear (Arthur Conan Doyle) The Hound of the Baskervilles (Arthur Conan Doyle) Sherlock Holmes Stories (Arthur Conan Doyle) Father Brown Mysteries (G. K. Chesterton) The Man Who Knew Too Much (G. K. Chesterton) The Man Who Was Thursday (G. K. Chesterton) The Woman in White (Wilkie Collins) The Moonstone (Wilkie Collins) Bleak House (Charles Dickens) Great Expectations (Charles Dickens) Jane Eyre (Charlotte Brontë) Wuthering Heights (Emily Brontë) Tenant of Wildfel Hall (Anne Brontë) The Secret Garden (Frances Hodgson Burnett) Tess of the D'Urbervilles (Thomas Hardy) Heart of Darkness (Joseph Conrad) Nostromo (Joseph Conrad) Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde (Robert Louis Stevenson) Treasure Island (Robert Louis Stevenson) Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea (Jules Verne) The Mysterious Island (Jules Verne) The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (Mark Twain) Tom Sawyer, Detective (Mark Twain) The Turn of the Screw (Henry James) The Wings of the Dove (Henry James) Crime and Punishment (Fyodor Dostoyevsky) The Double (Fyodor Dostoyevsky) The Shooting Party (Anton Chekhov) The Mysterious Portrait (Nikolai Gogol) Guy Mannering (Walter Scott) Moll Flanders (Daniel Defoe) The Great Gatsby (F. Scott Fitzgerald)…

The third story from the mistress of the Golden Age mystery to feature the brilliant Lord Peter Wimsey When a wealthy woman comes to her untimely demise, Lord Peter Wimsey dives into the case, despite his lack of evidence or suspects. Just as Wimsey is getting familiar with the case, the woman's maid becomes the next victim. With two victims and no suspects, Wimsey is at his wit's end trying to prevent the next murder from happening. As senseless crime brings a dark shadow over this beautiful Hampshire village, will Wimsey be able to solve this case in time?

Collected stories from most of her most famous series, by Dorothy L. Sayers. Included are: LORD PETER WIMSEY STORIES The Image in the Mirror The Incredible Elopement of Lord Peter Wimsey The Queen's Square The Necklace of Pearls MONTAGUE EGG STORIES The Poisoned Dow'08 Sleuths on the Scent Murder in the Morning One Too Many Murder at Pentecost Maher-shalal-hashbaz OTHER STORIES The Man Who Knew How The Fountain Plays MORE LORD PETER STORIES The Abominable History of the Man with Copper Fingers The Entertaining Episode of the Article in Question The Fascinating Problem of Uncle Meleager's Will The Fantastic Horror of the Cat in the Bag The Unprincipled Affair of the Practical Joker The Undignified Melodrama of the Bone of Contention The Vindictive Story of the Footsteps that Ran The Bibulous Business of a Matter of Taste The Learned Adventure of the Dragon's Head The Piscatorial Farce of the Stolen Stomach The Unsolved Puzzle of the Man with No Face The Adventurous Exploit of the Cave of Ali Baba Dorothy L. Sayers (1893-1957) was an English writer and playwright. She is best known for her crime fiction but also for her popular plays. Born in Oxford to a family involved in education, she excelled as a student herself and graduated with honours. Eschewing the academic life she moved to London in 1922 where she worked for an advertising agency as a copywriter.

An essay on Christianity. Dorothy L. Sayers (1893-1957) was an English writer and playwright. She is best known for her crime fiction but also for her popular plays. Born in Oxford to a family involved in education, she excelled as a student herself and graduated with honours. Eschewing the academic life she moved to London in 1922 where she worked for an advertising agency as a copywriter.

The modern resurgence of classical education can be attributed to an essay written by Dorothy Sayers. In 1947 while at Oxford, Sayers presented an essay entitled “The Lost Tools of Learning.” In the early 90's her essay captured the attention of educators and has become one of the most widely read essays on classical education. Although Sayers was not an educator herself, she does address the problems of modern education in terms that speak to the heart and mind of those who have passed through the system and found their education inadequate. She also gives parents a type of syllabus to follow. Her essay has proven to be a wonderful starting point for those seeking a better way to teach and be taught.

A Christian theological book. It uses the experience Sayers had of literary creativity to illuminate Christian doctrine about the nature of the Doctrine of the Trinity.

Included are: The Devil to Pay, The Just Vengeance, He That Should Come, The Zeal of Thy House.Das E-Book Four Sacred Plays wird angeboten von Alien Ebooks und wurde mit folgenden Begriffen kategorisiert: drama;plays;british

E-artnow presents to you this unique collection of the greatest classics of thriller and mystery every fan of the genre should experience at least once in their life: The Murder of Roger Ackroyd (Agatha Christie) The Mysterious Affair at Styles (Agatha Christie) The Secret Adversary (Agatha Christie) The Murders in the Rue Morgue (Edgar Allan Poe) The Masque of the Red Death (Edgar Allan Poe) The Purloined Letter (Edgar Allan Poe) A Study in Scarlet (Arthur Conan Doyle) The Sign of Four (Arthur Conan Doyle) The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (Arthur Conan Doyle) The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes (Arthur Conan Doyle) The Innocence of Father Brown (G. K. Chesterton) The Abbey Court Murder (Annie Haynes) The Man Who Knew Too Much (G. K. Chesterton) The Woman in White (Wilkie Collins) Bleak House (Charles Dickens) Jane Eyre (Charlotte Brontë) Tess of the D'Urbervilles (Thomas Hardy) Heart of Darkness (Joseph Conrad) Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde (Robert Louis Stevenson) Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea (Jules Verne) The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (Mark Twain) Tom Sawyer, Detective (Mark Twain) The Turn of the Screw (Henry James) Crime and Punishment (Fyodor Dostoyevsky) The Shooting Party (Anton Chekhov) Guy Mannering (Walter Scott) The Picture of Dorian Gray (Oscar Wilde) The Invisible Man (H. G. Wells) The Four Just Men (Edgar Wallace) The Red Thumb Mark (R. Austin Freeman) The Leavenworth Case (Anna Katharine Green) The Circular Staircase (Mary Roberts Rinehart) Bulldog Drummond (Sapper) Martin Hewitt Investigator (Arthur Morrison) The Lodger (Marie Belloc Lowndes) Whose Body? (Dorothy L. Sayers) The Thirty-Nine Steps (John Buchan) The Count of Monte Cristo (Alexandre Dumas) Arsène Lupin (Maurice Leblanc) The Phantom of the Opera (Gaston Leroux) The Widow Lerouge (Émile Gaboriau) Fantômas (Marcel Allain) Dracula (Bram Stoker) Uncle Silas (Sheridan Le Fanu) The Call of Cthulhu (H. P. Lovecraft) The House on the Borderland (William Hope Hodgson) The Willows (Algernon Blackwood) The Legend of Sleepy Hollow (Washington Irving) The Mystery of Edwin Drood (Charles Dickens)

This collection includes the great masterpieces of thriller and mystery every fan of the genre should experience: Agatha Christie: The Mysterious Affair at Styles The Murder on the Links The Secret Adversary The Man in the Brown Suit The Secret of Chimneys The Murder of Roger Ackroyd Edgar Allan Poe: The Murders in the Rue Morgue The Masque of the Red Death The Fall of the House of Usher The Tell-Tale Heart The Cask of Amontillado The Purloined Letter Arthur Conan Doyle: A Study in Scarlet The Sign of Four The Valley of Fear The Hound of the Baskervilles Sherlock Holmes Stories G. K. Chesterton: Father Brown Mysteries The Man Who Knew Too Much The Man Who Was Thursday Wilkie Collins: The Woman in White The Moonstone Charles Dickens: Bleak House Great Expectations The Mystery of Edwin Drood Jane Eyre (Charlotte Brontë) Wuthering Heights (Emily Brontë) Tenant of Wildfel Hall (Anne Brontë) The Secret Garden (Frances Hodgson Burnett) Tess of the D'Urbervilles (Thomas Hardy) Heart of Darkness (Joseph Conrad) Nostromo (Joseph Conrad) Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde (Robert Louis Stevenson) Treasure Island (Robert Louis Stevenson) Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea (Jules Verne) The Mysterious Island (Jules Verne) The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (Mark Twain) Tom Sawyer, Detective (Mark Twain) The Turn of the Screw (Henry James) The Wings of the Dove (Henry James) Crime and Punishment (Fyodor Dostoyevsky) The Double (Fyodor Dostoyevsky) The Shooting Party (Anton Chekhov) The Mysterious Portrait (Nikolai Gogol) Guy Mannering (Walter Scott) Moll Flanders (Daniel Defoe) The Great Gatsby (F. Scott Fitzgerald) The Plumed Serpent (D. H. Lawrence) The Picture of Dorian Gray (Oscar Wilde) The Invisible Man (H. G. Wells) The Four Just Men (Edgar Wallace) The Clue of the Twisted Candle (Edgar Wallace) The Red Thumb Mark (R. Austin Freeman) The Leavenworth Case (Anna Katharine Green) That Affair Next Door (Anna Katharine Green) The Bat (Mary Roberts Rinehart)

From December 1941 until October 1942, the BBC broadcast a series of radio dramas written by Dorothy L. Sayers. Against the backdrop of World War II, the plays presented twelve episodes in the life and ministry of Jesus, from the visit of the magi to his death and resurrection, collectively affirming the kingship of Christ.Noted for their use of colloquial English as part of Sayers's effort to bring the Gospels to life in a new way for listeners, the plays were both controversial and incredibly successful, bolstering the morale of the country during the war. They were subsequently published in 1943, and they stand among Sayers's most beloved works to this day.In this new critical and annotated edition, scholar Kathryn Wehr brings fresh insights to the plays, their background, Sayers's creative process, and the ongoing significance of the life of Christ today. Listen again, or for the first time, to the story of the man who was born to be—and still is—king.

Have His Carcase is a 1932 locked-room mystery by Dorothy L. Sayers, her seventh novel featuring Lord Peter Wimsey and the second in which Harriet Vane appears.Mystery novelist Harriet Vane, recovering from an unhappy love affair and its most unpleasant aftermath, seeks solace on a barren beach deserted but for one notable exception: the body of a bearded young man with his throat cut. From the moment she photographs the corpse, which soon disappears with the tide, she is puzzled by a mystery that might easily have been a suicide, a murder, or a political plot. With the appearance of her dear friend Lord Peter Wimsey, however, Harriet finds yet another reason to pursue the mystery, as only the two of them can pursue it.

As Lord Peter Wimsey enjoys his time in Corsica, he's brought back to reality when all of the headlines claim that his brother, Gerald, has been arrested for murder. Gerald, who had been on a hunting trip at the family's estate in Yorkshire with his brother-in-law, had gotten into a fight with the man about his sordid past. Hours later, the man is dead, and Gerald is the main suspect. As Gerald maintains his innocence, it's up to Wimsey to figure out who the actual killer is and save his brother!

The third story from the mistress of the Golden Age mystery to feature the brilliant Lord Peter Wimsey When a wealthy woman comes to her untimely demise, Lord Peter Wimsey dives into the case, despite his lack of evidence or suspects. Just as Wimsey is getting familiar with the case, the woman's maid becomes the next victim. With two victims and no suspects, Wimsey is at his wit's end trying to prevent the next murder from happening. As senseless crime brings a dark shadow over this beautiful Hampshire village, will Wimsey be able to solve this case in time?

A nobleman with a penchant for solving mysteries works to uncover the truth about a dead body found in the bathtub of an architect's home. This is a peculiar case that requires the unique skills and perspective of Lord Peter Wimsey. Lord Peter Wimsey is a war veteran forever changed by his time in the field. Despite his personal trauma, he spends his free time studying criminals and dissecting cases. When a dead body appears after a financier vanishes, many suspect an immediate connection. Yet, Lord Wimsey believes there is more to the story. Upon further investigation he discovers an insidious murder plot that includes notable figures in the community. Alongside Inspector Charles Parker, Lord Wimsey attempts to expose the truth. Whose Body? is a thrilling introduction to the world Lord Peter Wimsey. It is a multilayered mystery filled with humor and intrigue. Author Dorothy L. Sayers'compelling prose delivers unforgettable characters and a classic detective plot. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Whose Body? is both modern and readable. Since our inception in 2020, Mint Editions has kept sustainability and innovation at the forefront of our mission. Each and every Mint Edition title gets a fresh, professionally typeset manuscript and a dazzling new cover, all while maintaining the integrity of the original book. With thousands of titles in our collection, we aim to spotlight diverse public domain works to help them find modern audiences. Mint Editions celebrates a breadth of literary works, curated from both canonical and overlooked classics from writers around the globe.

Entre El Club del Crimen de losJueves y Agatha Christie:Dorothy L.Sayers, la reina delcosycrime «Una cumbre del género, una mujer de singular inteligencia y cultura, un detective magnífico y uno de esos relatos —clásicos, sí— que te hacen añorar los felices fines de semana junto a un libro.» José María Guelbenzu, El País Harriet Vane, polémica y audaz escritora, regresa a Oxford para participar en una fiesta de su antiguo college. Al llegar se encuentra al claustro de profesores sacudido y horrorizado por extraños mensajes y amenazantes misivas, obra de un misterioso lunático. Harriet empieza a investigar y a seguir el rastro dejado por el ignoto perturbado en los viejos muros de la ciudad gótica. La naturaleza de los textos le hace pensar que el responsable es alguien culto y refinado, quizá uno de los profesores. Pese a la agudeza de sus propios instintos, la complejidad del caso le obliga a pedir apoyo a Lord Peter Wimsey, el detective más elegante de Inglaterra, encantado de ayudar, una vez más, a su futura mujer. Novela de inquietantes enigmas, obra sobre los mitos de Oxford, reflexión sobre la educación y el papel de las mujeres en la sociedad del momento e inolvidable historia de amor entre dos mentes privilegiadas, Los secretos de Oxford es una verdadera celebración del ingenio y la belleza que fue proclamada la primera novela de misterio feminista de la historia, una de las mejores novelas de misterio jamás escritas, y una de las obras más fascinantes de la literatura del siglo XX. La crítica ha dicho… «Sayers logra tejer una historia que mantendrá en vilo al lector hasta la última página [...] sin escatimar humor ácido y crítica social.» José María Paterna, El Imparcial «Una novela que destaca entre la obra de Sayers.» The Times LiterarySupplement «Construida de una manera tan brillante y tan bien escrita que incluso las mentes más cansadas y con los nervios a flor de piel se sentirán reconfortadas.» The New York Times «Qué escritura tan hábil. Dorothy L. Sayers ha creado un verdadero tour deforce, con maestría y gracia.» SaturdayReview «Una obra digna de la realeza.» TheSpectator «Dorothy L. Sayers aportó a la novela negra originalidad, inteligencia, energía e ingenio.» P. D. James «La gran dama de la edad de oro de la novela negra inglesa.» Cyril Connolly «Una de las mejores escritoras de historias de detectives.» DailyTelegraph «Su novela más astuta y menos convencional, [que] presenta su propia filosofía de la igualdad intelectual intrínseca de la mujer. […] Tanto romance como misterio.» Nora Caplan-Bricker, The NewYorker «El libro me parece tan fundamental ahora que me resulta difícil recordar la época en que no lo había leído […] Es una novela sobre el trabajo y su valor moral; […] la importancia de la verdad en un mundo resbaladizo y cambiante; […] la amistad y cómo fluye y refluye a medida que uno crece o deja de crecer; […] la escritura; […] el amor y la integridad; la reflexión, el trabajo y la consideración que hay que tener para establecer y mantener una relación de igualdad y respeto mutuo; […] la clase social, el sexo y la sociedad de entreguerras. […] Y por encima de todo, es una excelente novela de misterio.» Sarah Crown, The Guardian