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A. E. W. Mason

    Alfred Edward Woodley Mason était un auteur et homme politique britannique, surtout connu pour son roman d'aventure de 1902. Mason mêle magistralement des intrigues palpitantes à de profondes études de personnages, créant des récits à la fois pleins de suspense et psychologiquement riches. Sa prose se caractérise par son élégance et son talent pour dépeindre vivement les décors et les ambiances. Les lecteurs sont attirés par sa capacité à créer de la tension tout en explorant les profondeurs de la nature humaine sous la contrainte.

    Prigioniero nell'opale
    Die vier Federn. Roman
    The Broken Road
    At the Villa Rose
    The House of the Arrow
    The four feathers
    • The House of the Arrow

      • 252pages
      • 9 heures de lecture

      Set in a captivating French backdrop, this detective novel introduces Inspector Hanaud, a compelling fictional investigator. The narrative weaves a complex mystery that has not only intrigued readers but also inspired film adaptations in both French and English. The story promises an engaging blend of suspense and clever deduction, showcasing Hanaud's unique investigative style.

      The House of the Arrow2010
      3,0
    • At the Villa Rose

      • 202pages
      • 8 heures de lecture

      French Inspector Gabriel Hanaud, a significant figure in mystery fiction, is introduced as he investigates the murder of wealthy Madame Dauvray while on holiday. Harry Wethermill, in love with the prime suspect Celia Harland, seeks Hanaud's help, driven by his unwavering belief in her innocence. The story unfolds with layers of intrigue and mystery, showcasing Hanaud's detective skills and the complexities of love and suspicion.

      At the Villa Rose1990
      2,9
    • Harry Feversham receives orders to join his battalion in North Africa just as he is about to celebrate his wedding. Reluctantly, he declines to answer the call, and the night before his wedding, he receives three feathers, a clear accusation of cowardice, which is soon joined by a fourth feather from his fiancée. Determined to redeem himself, he decides to venture out on his own to assist his comrades, leading him into a series of thrilling adventures. Feversham risks his life and endures various hardships to restore his honor, driven by friendship and the desire to regain his reputation in the eyes of his father and fiancée.

      The four feathers1978
      3,4