Availability:In StockContributor:E. C. BentleyPublish date:2019-04-15Pages:108
Language:EnglishPublisher:E-ArtnowISBN-13:9788027332199ISBN-10:8027332192UPC:9788027332199Book Category:FictionBook Subcategory:Classics, Mystery & DetectiveBook Topic:Amateur Sleuth, CozySize:9.00 x 6.00 x 0.22 inchesWeight:0.3395Product ID:SCNKWCF8AV
About Trent's Last Case
Detective Philip Trent investigates the mysterious murder of a leading financier in this groundbreaking mystery novel by E.C. Bentley. Despite the title, Trent's Last Case is the first novel in which the gentleman sleuth Philip Trent appears.
A Revolutionary Detective Novel
This novel holds a significant place in detective fiction history as the first major sendup of the whodunit genre. Breaking conventional mystery rules, Trent falls in love with one of the primary suspects and, after painstakingly collecting all the evidence, draws all the wrong conclusions. This innovative approach to detective fiction earned widespread critical acclaim, with Dorothy L. Sayers numbering among its admirers.
The Plot
Philip Trent must navigate a labyrinthine investigation into the death of a prominent financier. The mystifying plotting and unexpected developments make this the first truly modern mystery novel, challenging readers' expectations at every turn. The complex narrative structure and clever misdirection set new standards for the genre.
Literary Significance
Published as classic literature, this British mystery novel influenced generations of detective fiction writers. Its success was so significant that it inspired Bentley to write a sequel 23 years later, titled Trent's Own Case. The novel's impact on the mystery genre cannot be overstated, as it introduced sophisticated psychological elements and narrative complexity previously unseen in detective fiction.
Adaptations
The enduring popularity of Trent's Last Case led to multiple film adaptations in 1920, 1929, and 1952, demonstrating the story's timeless appeal across different eras of cinema.
Language:EnglishPublisher:E-ArtnowISBN-13:9788027332199ISBN-10:8027332192UPC:9788027332199Book Category:FictionBook Subcategory:Classics, Mystery & DetectiveBook Topic:Amateur Sleuth, CozySize:9.00 x 6.00 x 0.22 inchesWeight:0.3395Product ID:SCNKWCF8AV
E.C. Bentley crafted this masterpiece that would define his literary career and reshape detective fiction. His creation of Philip Trent as a fallible, romantic gentleman sleuth added depth and humanity to the detective archetype.
Also Known As
This detective novel is also published under the title "The Woman in Black," though it should not be confused with other works bearing similar names. The alternative title reflects different publishing traditions and regional preferences.
This paperback edition from E-Artnow preserves Bentley's original text, making this influential work accessible to modern readers who appreciate vintage mystery novels and the evolution of detective fiction.
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About Trent's Last Case
Detective Philip Trent investigates the mysterious murder of a leading financier in this groundbreaking mystery novel by E.C. Bentley. Despite the title, Trent's Last Case is the first novel in which the gentleman sleuth Philip Trent appears.
A Revolutionary Detective Novel
This novel holds a significant place in detective fiction history as the first major sendup of the whodunit genre. Breaking conventional mystery rules, Trent falls in love with one of the primary suspects and, after painstakingly collecting all the evidence, draws all the wrong conclusions. This innovative approach to detective fiction earned widespread critical acclaim, with Dorothy L. Sayers numbering among its admirers.
The Plot
Philip Trent must navigate a labyrinthine investigation into the death of a prominent financier. The mystifying plotting and unexpected developments make this the first truly modern mystery novel, challenging readers' expectations at every turn. The complex narrative structure and clever misdirection set new standards for the genre.
Literary Significance
Published as classic literature, this British mystery novel influenced generations of detective fiction writers. Its success was so significant that it inspired Bentley to write a sequel 23 years later, titled Trent's Own Case. The novel's impact on the mystery genre cannot be overstated, as it introduced sophisticated psychological elements and narrative complexity previously unseen in detective fiction.
Adaptations
The enduring popularity of Trent's Last Case led to multiple film adaptations in 1920, 1929, and 1952, demonstrating the story's timeless appeal across different eras of cinema.
E.C. Bentley crafted this masterpiece that would define his literary career and reshape detective fiction. His creation of Philip Trent as a fallible, romantic gentleman sleuth added depth and humanity to the detective archetype.
Also Known As
This detective novel is also published under the title "The Woman in Black," though it should not be confused with other works bearing similar names. The alternative title reflects different publishing traditions and regional preferences.
This paperback edition from E-Artnow preserves Bentley's original text, making this influential work accessible to modern readers who appreciate vintage mystery novels and the evolution of detective fiction.
