The Lord Peter Wimsey Collection: Whose Body?, The Unpleasantness at the Bellona Club, The Five Red Herrings, Nine Tailors

The Lord Peter Wimsey Collection: Whose Body?, The Unpleasantness at the Bellona Club, The Five Red Herrings, Nine Tailors

작성자 Dorothy L. Sayers
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형식 하드커버
페이지 709
언어 영어
출판됨 Jan 1, 1990
출판사 Harcourt Brace Jovanovich
Book Club Edition
ISBN-10 0706450876
ISBN-13 9780706450873
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In a rich tapestry woven by the masterful hand of Dorothy L. Sayers, readers are invited into the elegant yet perilous world of Lord Peter Wimsey, a keen intellect and amateur detective with a penchant for unraveling the most perplexing mysteries. With each page, the allure of the British aristocracy collides with the grim realities of crime, bringing forth a series of intriguing plots that captivate the imagination.

Sayers crafts a vivid landscape where wit and humor dance alongside darkness and intrigue. In "Whose Body?", readers meet Wimsey confronting a baffling murder that challenges his intellect. The social dynamics of early 20th-century Britain serve as a backdrop, immersing readers in an era marked by class distinction and personal ambition.

The collection continues with "The Unpleasantness at the Bellona Club", where Wimsey navigates the complexities of human nature and morality amidst the confines of an exclusive gentlemen's club. Each character is meticulously drawn, reflecting Sayers's keen observations of society's quirks and foibles.

As the collection unfolds, the narratives explore not only the nature of crime but also the personal struggles of Wimsey himself. In "Five Red Herrings" and "Nine Tailors", the stakes grow higher, with memorable supporting characters and compelling twists that keep readers on the edge of their seats. Sayers's brilliance lies not only in her plotting but also in her ability to imbue her characters with humanity, making each mystery a profound exploration of both intellect and emotion.

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