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The Ivory Snuff Box is a briskly plotted work of early twentieth-century detective fiction in which a small luxury object becomes the hinge of mystery, deception, and social intrigue. Kummer writes in the polished, theatrical manner of popular magazine fiction, balancing drawing-room suspense with the procedural pleasures of clues, disguises, and shifting motives. The novel belongs to the transatlantic age of gentleman detectives, when crime fiction delighted in elegant settings, cosmopolitan danger, and the revelation of hidden designs beneath civilized surfaces. Frederic Arnold Kummer was an American novelist, dramatist, and screenwriter whose experience with the stage is evident in the book's sharp entrances, suspenseful reversals, and dialogue-driven momentum. Writing for an audience accustomed to serialized entertainment, Kummer brought together melodrama, romance, and detection with professional assurance. His familiarity with theatrical pacing and popular narrative conventions likely shaped the novel's emphasis on scene, surprise, and dramatic complication. Readers who enjoy classic mysteries before the hard-boiled era will find The Ivory Snuff Box an engaging example of refined popular suspense. It is recommended for those interested in vintage detective fiction, elegant intrigue, and the lively narrative craftsmanship that helped define early modern mystery writing.
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The Ivory Snuff Box
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -The Ivory Snuff Box is a briskly plotted work of early twentieth-century detective fiction in which a small luxury object becomes the hinge of mystery, deception, and social intrigue. Kummer writes in the polished, theatrical manner of popular magazine fiction, balancing drawing-room suspense with the procedural pleasures of clues, disguises, and shifting motives. The novel belongs to the transatlantic age of gentleman detectives, when crime fiction delighted in elegant settings, cosmopolitan danger, and the revelation of hidden designs beneath civilized surfaces. Frederic Arnold Kummer was an American novelist, dramatist, and screenwriter whose experience with the stage is evident in the book's sharp entrances, suspenseful reversals, and dialogue-driven momentum. Writing for an audience accustomed to serialized entertainment, Kummer brought together melodrama, romance, and detection with professional assurance. His familiarity with theatrical pacing and popular narrative conventions likely shaped the novel's emphasis on scene, surprise, and dramatic complication. Readers who enjoy classic mysteries before the hard-boiled era will find The Ivory Snuff Box an engaging example of refined popular suspense. It is recommended for those interested in vintage detective fiction, elegant intrigue, and the lively narrative craftsmanship that helped define early modern mystery writing. 92 pp. Englisch. N° de réf. du vendeur 9788028375317
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The Ivory Snuff Box : A Thriller
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - In 'The Ivory Snuff Box,' Frederic Arnold Kummer weaves a captivating narrative that interrogates themes of morality, deception, and the complexities of human relationships. Set against a backdrop of early 20th-century societal norms, the novel employs a rich, descriptive literary style that immerses the reader in its intricately crafted characters and plot twists. Kummer's deft use of dialogue and psychological insight reveals the underlying tensions that drive his characters, making for an engaging exploration of intrigue and betrayal amidst the bourgeois setting of the time. Kummer, an American writer and playwright with a penchant for both drama and fiction, draws on his extensive experiences in the theatre and his keen observation of human nature to create this novel. His eclectic background, marked by a deep engagement with the cultural currents of his era-particularly the intersection of art and morality-finds expression in this work. Kummer's awareness of the contemporary moral dilemmas faced by individuals of varying social standings renders the dilemmas faced by his characters both timely and timeless. This book is recommended for readers who appreciate thought-provoking literature that delves into the darker aspects of human nature. With its intricate plotting and psychological depth, 'The Ivory Snuff Box' appeals to those who enjoy literary explorations of morality and societal constructs. A must-read for anyone interested in early 20th-century literature and the intricate dance of human relationships. N° de réf. du vendeur 9788028375317
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The Ivory Snuff Box | An Edwardian Detective Mystery of Paris Intrigue, Secret Documents, Espionage, and Romantic Suspense
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. The Ivory Snuff Box | An Edwardian Detective Mystery of Paris Intrigue, Secret Documents, Espionage, and Romantic Suspense | Frederic Arnold Kummer | Taschenbuch | Englisch | 2024 | Sharp Ink | EAN 9788028375317 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Copycat s.r.o., 22, Holesovice, Schnirchova 662, 170 00 PRAGUE, TSCHECHIEN, kristoferpaetau[at]gmail[dot]com | Anbieter: preigu. N° de réf. du vendeur 129277462
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