|
Showing 1 - 25 of
124 matches in All Departments
Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
JACQUES FUTRELLE (1875-1912) is widely considered "the American
Sherlock Holmes" for his series of stories about Professor Augustus
S. F. X. Van Dusen, who is better known as The Thinking Machine.
Van Dusen, a master of logic, believed he could think himself out
of any situation-and solve any crime-through the use of his immense
intellect. Through dozens of stories, The Thinking Machine solved
locked-room puzzles, kidnappings, and more murders than can be
easily counted, proving again and again that brain-power is the
answer to any problem.
|
Elusive Isabel (Hardcover)
Jacques Futrelle; Contributions by Mint Editions
|
R267
Discovery Miles 2 670
|
Ships in 12 - 17 working days
|
Elusive Isabel (1909) is a spy novel by Jacques Futrelle. Published
at the height of his career as a leading popular detective and
science fiction writer, Elusive Isabel was adapted for a 1916
silent film of the same name starring Florence Lawrence. Celebrated
for his brisk storytelling and mastery of suspense, Jacques
Futrelle was lost at sea on April 15, 1912 while returning from
Europe on the HMS Titanic. His wife, who survived the disaster, had
his last book dedicated to "the heroes of the Titanic." "All the
world rubs elbows in Washington. Outwardly it is merely a city of
evasion, of conventionalities, sated with the commonplace pleasures
of life, listless, blase even, and always exquisitely, albeit
frigidly, courteous; but beneath the still, suave surface strange
currents play at cross purposes, intrigue is endless, and the
merciless war of diplomacy goes on unceasingly." Stationed in
Washington, DC, international spy Isabel Thorne is tasked with
securing the signatures of leading diplomats from Latin countries
in an agreement to usurp England and America as the dominant global
power. At the same time, her brother has developed a powerful
weapon allowing submarines to launch missiles, which will
undoubtedly grant their alliance an advantage in the event of war.
Known for her ability to elude capture, Isabel finds herself shaken
by the love of Grimm, a loyal U. S. Secret Service agent. With a
beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript,
this edition of Jacques Futrelle's Elusive Isabel is a classic of
American detective fiction reimagined for modern readers.
The Simple Case of Susan (1908) is a romance novel by Jacques
Futrelle. Published at the height of his career as a leading
popular detective and science fiction writer, The Simple Case of
Susan is unique example in Futrelle's oeuvre as a lighthearted
romantic comedy. Celebrated for his brisk storytelling and mastery
of suspense, Jacques Futrelle was lost at sea on April 15, 1912
while returning from Europe on the HMS Titanic. His wife, who
survived the disaster, had his last book dedicated to "the heroes
of the Titanic." "This was Susan. Perhaps the stately Mrs. Wetmore
described her more tersely when she said she was feather headed. Be
that as it may, Susan was Susan-irrevocably, everlastingly, and
eternally Susan." Everyone thinks they know Susan. She was
beautiful and free, a desirable young woman in New York's vibrant
social scene. Then she was married, leaving behind her independence
for a traditional relationship. When she runs into Dan Wilbur, an
old flame, in a shop on Broadway, Susan finds herself reminded of
all the men who came before, the broken engagements,
disappointments, and near misses that defined her former romantic
life. Desperate to leave those days behind, she can't help feel
through Dan's flirtations a slight pull back to the woman she was,
the Susan who lived fast and free. With a beautifully designed
cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of
Jacques Futrelle's The Simple Case of Susan is a classic of
American fiction reimagined for modern readers. The Simple Case of
Susan (1908) is a romance novel by Jacques Futrelle. Published at
the height of his career as a leading popular detective and science
fiction writer, The Simple Case of Susan is unique example in
Futrelle's oeuvre as a lighthearted romantic comedy. Celebrated for
his brisk storytelling and mastery of suspense, Jacques Futrelle
was lost at sea on April 15, 1912 while returning from Europe on
the HMS Titanic. His wife, who survived the disaster, had his last
book dedicated to "the heroes of the Titanic." "This was Susan.
Perhaps the stately Mrs. Wetmore described her more tersely when
she said she was feather headed. Be that as it may, Susan was
Susan-irrevocably, everlastingly, and eternally Susan." Everyone
thinks they know Susan. She was beautiful and free, a desirable
young woman in New York's vibrant social scene. Then she was
married, leaving behind her independence for a traditional
relationship. When she runs into Dan Wilbur, an old flame, in a
shop on Broadway, Susan finds herself reminded of all the men who
came before, the broken engagements, disappointments, and near
misses that defined her former romantic life. Desperate to leave
those days behind, she can't help feel through Dan's flirtations a
slight pull back to the woman she was, the Susan who lived fast and
free. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset
manuscript, this edition of Jacques Futrelle's The Simple Case of
Susan is a classic of American fiction reimagined for modern
readers.
The Thinking Machine (1907) is a short story collection by Jacques
Futrelle. Published at the height of his career as a leading
popular detective and science fiction writer, The Thinking Machine
collects stories that originally appeared in such publications as
The Saturday Evening Post and the Boston American. Celebrated for
his brisk storytelling and mastery of suspense, Jacques Futrelle
was lost at sea on April 15, 1912 while returning from Europe on
the HMS Titanic. His wife, who survived the disaster, had his last
book dedicated to "the heroes of the Titanic." Professor Augustus
S. F. X Van Dusen, Ph.D., LL.D., F.R.S., M.D., M.D.S is a man whose
intellect is as exhaustive as his name. Having learned the game of
chess just hours before, he defeated grandmaster Tchaichowsky using
logic and reason alone, earning himself the nickname "The Thinking
Machine." Ever since that fateful day, Van Dusen, with the help of
his trusted companion Hutchinson Hatch, is called to solve crimes,
complete puzzles, and face challenges no normal man could possibly
endure. In "The Problem of Cell 13," Van Dusen argues that no feat
is impossible when the human mind is involved. To prove his theory,
he endeavors to escape from a notoriously brutal prison in just one
week's time. Presented alongside six other stories of mystery and
adventure, "The Problem of Cell 13" stands out as one of the
greatest detective and suspense tales of all time. With a
beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript,
this edition of Jacques Futrelle's The Thinking Machine is a
classic of American detective fiction reimagined for modern
readers.
The Thinking Machine (1907) is a short story collection by Jacques
Futrelle. Published at the height of his career as a leading
popular detective and science fiction writer, The Thinking Machine
collects stories that originally appeared in such publications as
The Saturday Evening Post and the Boston American. Celebrated for
his brisk storytelling and mastery of suspense, Jacques Futrelle
was lost at sea on April 15, 1912 while returning from Europe on
the HMS Titanic. His wife, who survived the disaster, had his last
book dedicated to "the heroes of the Titanic." Professor Augustus
S. F. X Van Dusen, Ph.D., LL.D., F.R.S., M.D., M.D.S is a man whose
intellect is as exhaustive as his name. Having learned the game of
chess just hours before, he defeated grandmaster Tchaichowsky using
logic and reason alone, earning himself the nickname "The Thinking
Machine." Ever since that fateful day, Van Dusen, with the help of
his trusted companion Hutchinson Hatch, is called to solve crimes,
complete puzzles, and face challenges no normal man could possibly
endure. In "The Problem of Cell 13," Van Dusen argues that no feat
is impossible when the human mind is involved. To prove his theory,
he endeavors to escape from a notoriously brutal prison in just one
week's time. Presented alongside six other stories of mystery and
adventure, "The Problem of Cell 13" stands out as one of the
greatest detective and suspense tales of all time. With a
beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript,
this edition of Jacques Futrelle's The Thinking Machine is a
classic of American detective fiction reimagined for modern
readers.
The Diamond Master (1909) is a mystery novel by Jacques Futrelle.
Published at the height of his career as a leading popular
detective and science fiction writer, The Diamond Master was
adapted for two silent films in 1921 and 1929. Celebrated for his
brisk storytelling and mastery of suspense, Jacques Futrelle was
lost at sea on April 15, 1912 while returning from Europe on the
HMS Titanic. His wife, who survived the disaster, had his last book
dedicated to "the heroes of the Titanic." "A minute or more passed,
a minute of wonder, admiration, allurement, but at last he ventured
to lift the diamond from the box. It was perfect, so far as he
could see; perfect in cutting and color and depth, prismatic,
radiant, bewilderingly gorgeous. Its value? Even he could not offer
an opinion..." An expert jeweler, even Harry Latham is forced to
admit he has never in his life seen such a diamond. It arrived in
an unmarked package with neither message nor return address, a
rather casual presentation for such an invaluable object. Unable to
appraise it, let alone uncover its origins, he seeks the advice of
other experienced jewelers. Soon, it is determined that five
flawless diamonds have been delivered to his colleagues across the
United States, prompting confusion and fear as to the intentions of
the anonymous sender. With a beautifully designed cover and
professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Jacques
Futrelle's The Diamond Master is a classic of American detective
fiction reimagined for modern readers.
|
Elusive Isabel (Paperback)
Jacques Futrelle; Contributions by Mint Editions
|
R167
Discovery Miles 1 670
|
Ships in 12 - 17 working days
|
Elusive Isabel (1909) is a spy novel by Jacques Futrelle. Published
at the height of his career as a leading popular detective and
science fiction writer, Elusive Isabel was adapted for a 1916
silent film of the same name starring Florence Lawrence. Celebrated
for his brisk storytelling and mastery of suspense, Jacques
Futrelle was lost at sea on April 15, 1912 while returning from
Europe on the HMS Titanic. His wife, who survived the disaster, had
his last book dedicated to "the heroes of the Titanic." "All the
world rubs elbows in Washington. Outwardly it is merely a city of
evasion, of conventionalities, sated with the commonplace pleasures
of life, listless, blase even, and always exquisitely, albeit
frigidly, courteous; but beneath the still, suave surface strange
currents play at cross purposes, intrigue is endless, and the
merciless war of diplomacy goes on unceasingly." Stationed in
Washington, DC, international spy Isabel Thorne is tasked with
securing the signatures of leading diplomats from Latin countries
in an agreement to usurp England and America as the dominant global
power. At the same time, her brother has developed a powerful
weapon allowing submarines to launch missiles, which will
undoubtedly grant their alliance an advantage in the event of war.
Known for her ability to elude capture, Isabel finds herself shaken
by the love of Grimm, a loyal U. S. Secret Service agent. With a
beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript,
this edition of Jacques Futrelle's Elusive Isabel is a classic of
American detective fiction reimagined for modern readers.
|
|