Josephine Tey Knihy

Historický detektívny román – ktorý sa dotýka takej háklivej témy, ako bolo historikmi neobjasnené odpratanie dvoch chlapcov anglického kráľovského rodu, ktorých vraj Richard III. dal zákerne zavraždiť.

Skandál v Milfordu je detektivní příběh z anglického venkovského města, byl inspirován událostí, jež vzbudila před dvěma sty lety značný rozruch v anglické veřejnosti — jistá Elizabeth Canningová se tehdy vydávala za oběť kuplíře a byla nakonec tribunálem odsouzena pro křivopřísežnictví.

Featuring the complete collection of Inspector Alan Grant Mysteries, this volume showcases the intriguing detective work of Alan Grant, a character known for his keen intellect and unconventional methods. Each story delves into complex plots filled with suspense and rich character development, as Grant navigates through clues and red herrings to solve captivating mysteries. Tey's masterful storytelling combines wit and psychological depth, making these tales timeless classics in the mystery genre.

This collection features five notable works of classic crime fiction, showcasing the talents of prominent authors in the genre. The stories delve into intricate plots, exploring themes of morality, justice, and the human psyche. Josephine Tey's "The Franchise Affair" presents a gripping narrative centered on a wrongful accusation of kidnapping, examining societal prejudices and the quest for truth. Michael Innes's "Hamlet, Revenge!" blends elements of Shakespearean drama with a modern mystery, as a detective navigates a web of intrigue surrounding a theatrical production. Margery Allingham's "The Crime at Black Dudley" introduces the character of Albert Campion, an amateur sleuth who uncovers a murder during a weekend gathering at a country estate, highlighting themes of deception and class dynamics. Edmund Crispin's "The Moving Toyshop" features the eccentric detective Gervase Fen, who investigates a puzzling crime that combines humor with intellectual challenge. Lastly, G. K. Chesterton's "The Innocence of Father Brown" introduces the titular priest-detective, whose keen insight into human nature allows him to solve various crimes, emphasizing themes of faith and morality. Each story offers a unique perspective on crime and detection, reflecting the diverse approaches within classic literature.

Ingenious crime novels feature believable characters and beautifully crafted dialogues, captivating readers with intriguing plots. Josephine Tey's works stand out as favorites among crime fiction enthusiasts, leaving fans wishing for more of her masterful storytelling.

'You look exactly like him! You can take the dead boy's place and no one will ever know the difference. You'll be rich for life!' And so the plan was born. At first Brat Farrar fought against the idea; it was criminal, it was dangerous. But in the end he was persuaded, and a few weeks later Patrick Ashby came back from the dead and went home to inherit the family house and fortune. The Ashby family seemed happy to welcomePatrick home, but Brat soon realized that somewhere there was a time-bomb ticking away, waiting to explode . . .

In the last of Tey's Inspector Grant mysteries, her sleuth investigates a death made suspicious by a few enigmatic lines, apparently scribbled by the deceased before his demise. Grant's enquiries take him to the remote Hebrides, where the bizarre circumstances of the death begin to become clear.

Beneath the sea cliffs of the south coast, suicides are a sad but common fact. Inspector Grant has to take a more professional attitude: death by suicide, however common, has to have a motive - just like murder...