E W Hornung

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E W Hornung was an English author best known for his creation of the character A. J. Raffles, a gentleman thief and amateur cricketer. Born in Kingston upon Hull, he pursued a successful career in writing, contributing significantly to the detective fiction genre. Hornung's Raffles stories, which began with 'The Amateur Cracksman', captivated readers with their blend of adventure, wit, and moral ambiguity. Unlike many of his contemporaries, Hornung's protagonist is not a traditional hero but rather a charming rogue, which adds complexity to his narrative.