John Dickson Carr Bücher

Eine Sammlung von Werken u. a. von Mary Roberts Rinehart, John Dickson Carr und Leslie Thomas, illustriert mit Vignetten und umfasst 392 Seiten.

Mehrere Mitglieder der schottischen Campbell-Familie stürzen sich vom Turm ihrer Burg zu Tode. Erst Gedeon Fell - Gelehrter von Beruf, Detektiv aus Neigung - entschlüsselt die mysteriöse Selstmord-Serie mit verblüffender Logik.

Zwei Männer geben sich als Sir John Farnleigh aus, auf den ein reiches Baronen-Erbe wartet. Sie beschuldigen sich gegenseitig der Hochstaplerei. Nur einer kann den echten Sir John identifizieren: Kennet Murray, sein ehemaliger Hauslehrer. Murray ist in Gefahr, doch als im Farnleigh-Garten ein Mord geschieht, ist nicht Murray das Opfer.

Vier bekannte Londoner Personlichkeiten treffen sich zu nachtlicher Stunde: 3 findet man mit gefahrlichen Vergiftungen, den Gastgeber jedoch erstochen in der Wohnung liegen. Klassischer Kriminalroman von 1938

Professor Nicholas Fenton schließt einen Pakt mit dem Teufel und reist in die derbe, turbulente Zeit der Restauration in London zurück, um einen Mord zu verhindern, der kurz bevorsteht. Doch er verliebt sich in das beabsichtigte Opfer und beschließt, den Lauf der Geschichte zu verändern.

2 Morde, einer unerklärlicher als der andere, vor Zeugen auf offener Strasse und in einem hermetisch abgeriegelten Raum, sorgen für Verblüffung - bis Hobbydetektiv Gideon Fell des Rätsels Lösung einfällt.

Der zentrale, düstere Handlungsort ist eine von Mord, Magie und Legende heimgesuchte Burg bei Koblenz. Ermordet wird dort ein Schauspieler, Freund und Erbe des Zauzberers und Besitzers Maleger. Der Pariser Sureté-Chef und untersuchungsrichter soll als Privatmann das bizarre Rätsel lösen, doch auch ein Berliner Kriminalist ermittelt in dem zu einem französisch-deutschen Duell ausgearteten Kriminalfall.

London, Anfang der Dreißiger Jahre: Der Krimischriftsteller Kent hat gewettet, dass er sich ohne einen Cent von Südafrika bis zum Royal Scarlet Hotel am Picadilly Circus durchschlagen kann. Er trifft sogar einen Tag zu früh dort ein - und stirbt fast vor Hunger. Was kann schon passieren, wenn er sich unter Angabe einer falschen Zimmernummer ein Frühstück erschleicht? Einiges: In >seinem

Gibt es einen Zusammenhang zwischen dem mysteriösen Hutdieb und der Leiche im Londoner Tower, neben der ein gestohlener Zylinder gefunden wurde? Klassische Detektivstory mit britischem Zeitkolorit der 20er Jahre.

Voodoo-Trommeln! Dennis' Träume vibrierten mit ihrer Botschaft des Todes... Plötzlich berührte eine Hand seinen heftig atmenden Körper. Erschrocken wachte er auf. Beryl West stand über ihm. "Bruce ist verschwunden," schluchzte sie. Dennis starrte das Mädchen an. Ihr Schrei hallte im unheimlichen Licht des halbdunklen Raumes wider. Ein unbekannter Autor hatte ein Stück über einen Mörder geschrieben und es an den Schauspieler Bruce Ransom geschickt. Bruce gefiel es, aber seine Freunde Beryl West und Dennis Foster hielten das Ende für unrealistisch. Um zu beweisen, dass sie Unrecht hatten, beschloss Bruce, den Killer im echten Leben zu imitieren. Plötzlich geriet seine Rolle außer Kontrolle. Er hatte den Vorhang für eine Szene namens Mord geöffnet!

From the son of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, and one of America's greatest mystery writers, John Dickson Carr, comes twelve riveting tales based on incidents or elements of the unsolved cases of Sherlock Holmes. The plots are all new, with painstaking attention to the mood, tone, and detail of the original stories. Here is a fascinating volume of mysteries for new Sherlock fans, as well as for those who have read all the classics and crave more!The Adventure of the Seven Clocks The Adventure of the Gold Hunter The Adventure of the Wax Gamblers The Adventure of the Highgate Miracle The Adventure of the Black Baronet The Adventure of the Sealed Room The Adventure of the Foulkes Rath The Adventure of the Abbas Ruby The Adventure of the Dark Angles The Adventure of the Two Women The Adventure of the Depthford Horror The Adventure of the Red Widow

A Doubter's Guide to World Religions presents each of the world's five major religions and carefully outlines the history, belief systems, and spiritual practices of Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam so that the interested and curious doubters can explore their similarities and differences.

Is the world better off without Christianity? Author and historian John Dickson provides an honest account of 2,000 years of Christian history, blending narrative with critique of contemporary debates. The Christian Church faces significant image issues, grappling with a legacy that includes the Crusades, the Inquisition, and ongoing racism and abuse within both Catholic and Protestant traditions. Yet, the Church has also experienced moments that resonate with Jesus' teachings, such as the rise of charity and the establishment of hospitals. For defenders of the faith, recognizing both the good and bad in the Church's history is crucial for living in alignment with Christ. For skeptics, this exploration serves as a thought-provoking introduction to the notion that Christianity remains an essential foundation of our civilization. The journey spans from the Sermon on the Mount to modern times, providing contextual accounts of notorious chapters in Christian history while acknowledging their darker aspects. It outlines significant movements within the faith and defends its lesser-known heroes and saints. Ultimately, the examination of the Church alongside the teachings and life of Jesus reveals its successes and failures in striving to imitate Christ.

A Doubter's Guide to Jesus is an introduction to the major portraits of Jesus found in the earliest historical sources.

In A Doubter's Guide to the Ten Commandments, bestselling author John Dickson explores how these ten ancient instructions have changed our world and how they show us what the Good Life looks like. Whether or not one quite believes in the Bible, these ten ancient instructions open up a window to the Western world and on our own soul.

Renowned for his expertise in locked room mysteries, John Dickson Carr also excelled in crafting eerie radio plays. This volume compiles all the scripts from the iconic 1948 series, Cabin B-13, showcasing Carr's signature style. The collection includes chilling tales that highlight his talent for suspense and intrigue, making it a valuable addition to his classic works. Fans of mystery and horror will appreciate the unique blend of storytelling and atmosphere that Carr masterfully delivers in these scripts.

Four complete Dr. Fell Mysteries by John Dickson Carr.

Avory Hume is found stabbed to death with an arrow - in a study with bolted steel shutters and a heavy door locked from the inside. In the same room James Caplon Answell lies unconscious, his clothes disordered as though from a struggle, his fingerprints on the damning arrow.Here is the unique Carter Dickson "impossible situation" - yet the great, explosive Sir Henry Merrivale gets down to serious sleuthing and at last startles the crowd in the Old Bailey with a reconstruction of the crime along logical, convincing lines.H.M. in his most exciting case - an original, unconventional mystery, with a rich story background and a thrilling trial scene.

The Bible is the most influential book in history, yet remains unexplored by many. In A Doubter's Guide to the Bible, John Dickson gives those observing Christianity from the outside a sense of the whole biblical narrative and the lifestyle it inspires.

Here is another in Carr's entrancing series of historical mysteries. Complete with an exciting and puzzling plot, period romance, and accurate historical detail, Fire, Burn! is a captivating depiction of the early years of the world's first true police force: Sir Robert Peel's "Peelers".

Carr considered this novel one of his best works, and it is easy to see why when experiencing its ingenious plot delivered with an astounding pace and masterfully drawn characters including none other than the great detective Dr. Gideon Fell.

Set against a backdrop of personal growth and resilience, the story explores the journey of its protagonist as they navigate life's challenges and triumphs. Themes of hope, determination, and the importance of nurturing one's potential are woven throughout the narrative. The book emphasizes the transformative power of small beginnings and the impact of supportive relationships. With rich character development and an inspiring message, it invites readers to reflect on their own paths and the seeds of change they can plant in their lives.

With a number of strange items making up the physical evidence Dr Gideon Fell, himself an old friend of Ireton's, is summoned to help with the deceptively simple - yet increasingly complex - investigation.

A collection of nine mysteries, based on original radio plays written during the forties and fifties

First published in 1944, Till Death Do Us Part remains a pacey and deeply satisfying impossible crime story, championed by Carr connoisseurs as one of the very best examples of his mystery writing talents.

First published in 1932 at the height of crime fiction's Golden Age, this macabre and atmospheric dives into the murky underground of Parisian society presents an intelligent puzzle delivered at a stunning pace. This new edition also includes 'The Murder in Number Four', a rare Inspector Bencolin short story.

Also known by its US title The Problem of the Green Capsule, this classic novel is widely regarded as one of John Dickson Carr's masterpieces and remains among the greatest impossible crime mysteries of all time.

A curse shall befall anyone who takes the bronze lamp out of Egypt, so a seer has said. Lady Helen Loring thinks such tales are sheer poppycock. She takes the lamp back to England, she places it on the mantelpiece at Serven Hall, and she disappears, just as the seer said.

In this baffling whodunnit from the master of the locked-room mystery, a man falls dead in a guarded room, and Sir Henry Merrivale searches for a devilishly-clever killer. They say that Lord Mantling’s mansion is haunted — at least, one room of it is. Known as the Red Widow’s Chamber, the now-sealed quarters once housed the wife of a guillotine operator in the French Revolution, and, since her passing, have been host to a century of unsolved horrors, including the death of a man in 1802, the death of a child in 1895, and a number of mysterious mortalities in the years in between. Now, in 1935, eight men and women join at the manor for a sinister experiment to determine the truth behind the haunting once and for all: they each draw a card, and whoever pulls the Ace of Spades must spend a night in that terrifying room. But the challenge turns fatal when the man selected for the task is found poisoned the next morning when the doors are opened. The locked room was guarded all night, so nobody could have entered or escaped; what’s more, the deadly toxin could only have entered through a break in the skin, but no wounds were discovered on the body. Is this evidence, at last, of a nefarious spirit at work, or of a diabolical and ingenious killer? Only Sir Henry Merrivale, called in to take note of the night’s proceedings, will be able to examine the clues and deduce the truth.

Death and tennis meet in one of impossible crime master John Dickson Carr's most memorable cases.

A cultivated detective story set aboard an ocean liner. Detective Dr. Fell assists Captain Whistler in solving a case that unfolds on his luxury ship traveling from New York to Southampton. During the voyage, the nephew of a government official is attacked, and a portion of an amateur film he made, featuring his uncle in a compromising situation, is stolen. The film's release could have dire consequences for his uncle's career. Additionally, Lord Sturton's rare jewel, the "Emerald Elephant," goes missing, and his assistant is murdered. As Dr. Fell investigates, he uncovers discrepancies regarding the lord's identity, ultimately revealing the culprit and bringing the case to a successful conclusion.

A man is discovered dead in an unlocked room in the English countryside, shot in the head, with all evidence suggesting a recent visitor as the culprit. The presence of a tarot card, The Eight of Swords, adds an intriguing layer to the mystery, hinting at themes of justice and fate. This seemingly straightforward crime scene invites deeper investigation, as the characters unravel the true story behind the murder and the significance of the clue left by the killer.

Set in the eerie Plague Court, a once-grand estate haunted by the ghost of Louis Playge, the story unfolds as a new owner seeks to rid the property of its supernatural presence. However, the murder of a medium hired for this purpose raises chilling questions among the guests. With the crime occurring in a locked hut and an untouched circle of mud surrounding the scene, paranoia escalates as they grapple with the possibility of a cunning murderer among them, blurring the lines between the supernatural and human malice.

An early gem from one of the great writers of the classic crime genre, in which Inspector Bencolin must tread the streets of a foggy London in search of a fictional bogeyman, Jack Ketch, who appears to be on a murder spree.