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His very name inspires awe, horror, and, for some of the greatest masters of contemporary science fiction, a strong affection. Find out why in this special collector's edition of the original 1932 novelization of Wallace and Cooper's movie that includes commentary by masters of science fiction Ray Bradbury, Ray Harryhausen, Orson Scott Card, Harlan Ellison, Larry Niven, Catherine Asaro, Jack Williamson, and Marc Zicree.

This fine collection of intelligent, unabridged short stories about intriguing, interesting and sometimes inspirational men is an audio treat for young and old, male or female. A carefully compiled anthology featuring timeless tales from classic authors including Charles Dickens, F. Scott Fitzgerald and Anton Chekhov, read by a cast of acclaimed and respected actors, including Stephen Fry, Martin Jarvis and Kerry Shale; this compilation will be enjoyed by the whole family. 

Forty breathtaking short stories of gripping adventures, secrets and strange conspiracies. 'The Dust That Was Barren' by P. C. Wren. 'The Deserter' by Stacy Aumonier. 'The Lighthouse on Shivering Sand' by J. S. Fletcher. 'The Secret of the Smoked Spectacles' by William Le Queux. 'The 39 Steps' by John Buchan. 'Three Pennyworth of Luck' by Basil Murray. 'The Secret of Dr. Vaux’s Intrigue' by William Le Queux. 'A Thread of Scarlet' by J. J. Bell. 'How I Became a Secret Agent' by Dr. A. K. Graves.

This Audiobook contains the following works: "The Builder" [Frank L. Packard], "The Man Who Didn't Count" [Frank L. Packard], "Red Petals" [Frederick Merrick White], "The Other Man's Story" [Frederick Merrick White], "The Shebeeners" [Frederick Merrick White], "The Waterwitch" [Frederick Merrick White], "The Brand of the Wild" [G.B Lancaster], "A Fair Smuggler" [George Newnes], "A Castaway of the South" [Gilbert Parker], "As Deep As the Sea" [Gilbert Parker], "The Gift of the Simple King" [Gilbert Parker], "The Treasure of Sacramento" [Nick Guy Boothby].

The enigmatic Mr Reeder investigates eight cases involving baffling burglary and blackmail, mendacious and merciless murderers, and cruel convicts and convincing cons, using his criminal mind to solve these unusual and peculiar mysteries. A lot of his inquiries involve Margaret Belman, a very pretty and appealing young lady who lives nearby, and the detective finds himself more and more attracted to this femme fatale. Surely these feelings cannot be mutual....

The seemingly peaceful, prosperous community of Beverley Green is haunted. While certain inhabitants - the young Stella Nelson and her feckless painter-father Mr. Arthur Wilmot, who conducts a mysterious business in the City; the aristocratic Salter Boyden; and the retired businessman Merrivan - try to hide their pasts, it turns out that nothing stays secret for long. When, in this tense atmosphere, Mr. Merrivan is found murdered, the clues point to none other than Stella Nelson.

It’s said that the ghost of the Black Abbot has been seen near the old abbey, but that doesn’t deter several of a nobleman’s employees from showing up to find a supposed hidden treasure. Soon, a mysterious hooded figure begins murdering those who may have figured out where the riches are hidden. Who is the Black Abbott, what is his purpose—and how he is connected to the treasure? From a malevolent ghost to a tangled romance and a plot for revenge, The Black Abbot brings classic, non-stop Edgar Wallace thrills.

The Crimson Circle gang spreads fear by extortion and murder. Its members range from rich, powerful bankers to petty criminals, and none of them know each other. A beautiful young woman named Thalia Drummond appears to be involved in the gang too. But who is the leader of the gang, known only as The Crimson Circle? Chief Inspector Parr is on the case, as well as private detective Derrick Yale.

A superb collection of captivating short stories by leading classic writers, including 'The Cone' by H. G. Wells, 'The Dream Woman' by Wilkie Collins, 'Fortunes Adrift' by Charles John Cutcliffe Hyne, 'The Kidnapping of Phil Altamore' by Ella Hepworth Dixon, 'The Table Under the Tree' by E. Phillips Oppenheim, 'In Yeddo Bay' by Jack London and many more gripping short stories by famous writers.

La collection audio Crème de Crime rassemble des polars emblématiques de la littérature policière. Qui sont les 4 justiciers, ces mystérieux personnages châtiant les criminels impunis et réparant les injustices à travers le monde ? La question agite toute la presse anglaise car les 4 individus menacent d'exécuter le ministre des affaires étrangères s'il n'abandonne pas le projet de loi qu'il prépare. Les 4 justiciers, dotés d'une habilité et d'une audace inouïes, multiplient les avertissements publics.

A gripping collection of mystery stories, strange tales and horrible crimes: 'The Perfect Murder', by Stacy Aumonier; 'The Magic Casket', by F. Austin Freeman; 'The Shadow of the Shark', by G. K. Chesterton; 'The Marionettes', by O. Henry; 'Charles', by A. J. Alan; 'Moon's Gibbet', by Egerton Castle; 'The Severed Hand', by Wilhelm Hauff; 'The Man with the Watches', by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle; 'The Adventure of the Diamond Necklace', by G. F. Forrest; 'My Adventure at Chislehurst', by A. J. Alan; 'Blackmail', by John Galsworthy.

Wallace, a master British storyteller, creates a fascinating tale. It tells of the fictional mystery author, John Lexdale, who is caught in a plot concocted by an unscrupulous millionaire. The fictional author is entrapped in the strange circumstances, becomes charged with murder and sentenced to prison. At one point he is told his wife has been killed and pledges revenge.

The brutal murder of a woman in a lonely beach cottage, huge footprints found nearby, a meandering tramp singing snatches of opera in the night! Superintendent Minter - "Sooper", rattles around the countryside on his noisy motorbike and tries to find a connection. Hampered by amateur detective Gordon Cardew, aided and admired by lawyer Jim Ferraby and the beautiful Elfa Leigh, Sooper finds the case further complicated by another murder.

Ein Mörder entkommt aus dem berüchtigten Zuchthaus von Dartmoor. Auf seiner Flucht hinterlässt er eine blutige Spur, die Scotland Yard bis auf eine mittelalterliche Burg in Süddeutschland führt. Der Scharfsinn von Chief Inspector Ebenezer Pommeroy junior ist gefragt.

Junge Mädchen verschwinden aus Londons Heimen und tauchen später bei stadtbekannten Kriminellen auf. Pommeroy und seine Verlobte Gloria gehen diesen mysteriösen Vorfällen nach und kommen einem Geheimbund auf die Spur.

Edgar Wallace hat viele Kriminalfälle beschrieben. Inspektor Ebenezer Pommery von Scotland Yard kennt sie alle. Sie helfen ihm, neue knifflige Aufgaben zu lösen. So auch bei diesen drei neuen Fällen, die in diesem Hörbuch enthalten sind.

Klub der Vier, Kriminalroman: Der äußeren Erscheinung nach machte Douglas Campbell einen wenig freundlichen Eindruck. Er war etwa achtundvierzig Jahre alt, groß und breitschultrig. Wahrscheinlich schrieb man ihm deshalb ein düsteres Temperament zu, weil seine starken Augenbrauen in der Mitte zusammengewachsen waren. Er war erster Direktor der Vereinigten Versicherungsgesellschaften und als solcher von Natur aus nüchtern und sachlich.

Mr. Giles trat selbstbewusst und sicher in das Büro des Chefinspektors Rater. Schon an seiner Haltung war zu erkennen, dass er von Scotland Yard nichts zu fürchten hatte. Ein Lächeln lag auf seinem gesunden, roten Gesicht, und er sah tatsächlich aus wie einer, der ein gutes Gewissen hat.

Der Redner war nicht gerade in bester Stimmung, als das Telefon läutete. Er sah sich hilflos nach seinem Assistenten um, denn er liebte es nicht, persönlich an den Apparat zu gehen. "Ist dort Mr. Rater?" Die Stimmen junger Damen sind am Telefon schwer zu unterscheiden, aber Mr. Rater wusste sofort, wer ihn anrief.

Der Redner kannte die London and Southern Bank, weil er dort selbst ein kleines Konto hatte. Auch Mr. Baide, den Direktor der Piccadilly-Filiale, kannte er dem Aussehen nach, denn er hatte selbst einmal eine Zeitlang eine verhältnismäßig billige Wohnung in der St. James Street gehabt. Der Hauseigentümer kam ihm mit der Miete entgegen, da er die Anwesenheit eines so hohen Polizeibeamten für ein sicheres Abschreckungsmittel gegen Einbrecher hielt.