The Lodger (eBook)

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2022
211 Seiten
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859-654738598-1 (EAN)

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The Lodger - Marie Belloc Lowndes
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Marie Belloc Lowndes' novel, 'The Lodger,' is a gripping psychological thriller that delves into themes of suspicion, morality, and human nature. Set in a foggy and atmospheric London, the story follows the Bunting family who takes in a mysterious lodger with eerie habits and a suspicious past. Lowndes' narrative style is haunting and tension-filled, keeping readers on the edge of their seats as they uncover the secrets and motives of the enigmatic lodger. The book is reminiscent of other classic suspense novels of the time, such as those by Wilkie Collins and Edgar Allan Poe, with its intricate plot twists and intricate character development. 'The Lodger' is a masterful exploration of the darker aspects of the human psyche, leaving readers questioning their own perceptions of good and evil.

Marie Belloc Lowndes (1868–1947) was an acclaimed British novelist and a keen observer of the intricacies of human nature. Born to a family with strong literary and artistic roots, Lowndes capitalized on her exposure to the creative arts from a young age. Her brother, Hilaire Belloc, was a well-known historian, writer, and poet, which influenced Marie's literary aspirations. Lowrandes began her writing career with journalism but attained widespread recognition through her fictional work, most notably the novel 'The Lodger' (1913), a suspenseful and psychological exploration of the Jack the Ripper panic in London. This book, which was adapted into several films, exhibits her narrative expertise and her subtle incorporation of the social anxieties of her time. Lowndes's writing is characterized by its detailed psychological portraits and a narrative style that often conveys a haunting and suspenseful atmosphere. Her literary contributions encompass numerous novels and short stories that frequently examine themes of crime, mystery, and the psychological complexities underlying ordinary human interactions. Lowndes's work remains a significant part of early 20th-century literature, and her ability to weave tension and intrigue into her narrative framework has earned her a respected place in the canon of classic British crime novelists.

Erscheint lt. Verlag 13.11.2022
Verlagsort Prague
Sprache englisch
Themenwelt Literatur Krimi / Thriller / Horror Historische Kriminalromane
Literatur Krimi / Thriller / Horror Krimi / Thriller
Schlagworte Agatha Christie • Atmospheric psychological depth • British mystery writers • Come A Little Closer • detective fiction classics • Domestic darkness exploration • Edwardian London suspense • Female author crime fascination • gaslight crime novels • historical whodunit • Human nature deception • Identity duplicity thriller • intriguing character study • Jack the Ripper • Jack the Ripper influence • Jack the Ripper inspired • John Le Carre • Lies That Bind Us • London-based detective stories • Marie Belloc Lowndes novels • Poe • Psychological realism mystery • psychological suspense novels • Sherlock Holmes • Stephen King • Suspenseful historical fiction • The Alice Network • The Fear • turn-of-the-century mysteries • Victorian era mystery
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