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Rex Stout

    1. Dezember 1886 – 27. Oktober 1975

    Rex Todhunter Stout (* 1. Dezember 1886 in Noblesville, Indiana; † 27. Oktober 1975 in Danbury, Connecticut) war ein US-amerikanischer Schriftsteller.

    Rex Stout
    Das zweite Geständnis
    Der rote Wollfaden
    P. H. Antwortet nicht
    Nero Wolfe in Montenegro
    Die rote Schatulle
    Die Sünden der Väter
    • 2024

      A Prize for Princes

      • 228 Seiten
      • 8 Lesestunden
      1,5(2)Abgeben

      Set against the backdrop of pre-World War I Europe, the story follows Aline Solini, a captivating Russian woman seeking to elevate her status after abandoning her husband. In Marisi, she encounters Richard Stetton, a wealthy but naive American playboy. Aline cunningly exploits Richard's affections and wealth to infiltrate high society, all while plotting her ascent toward the throne. The narrative explores themes of ambition, manipulation, and the allure of social prestige in a world on the brink of upheaval.

      A Prize for Princes
    • 2024

      STAIRWAY TO HOMICIDE Unpublished for more than 50 years, HOW LIKE A GOD is the earliest masterpiece by an author who would later be named a Grand Master by the Mystery Writers of America and become world famous for creating one of the most enduring characters in the mystery genre. In the shadowy stairwell of a New York City brownstone, a man stealthily begins to climb. In the pocket of his coat, a loaded revolver. At the top of the stairs, a woman he intends to kill. But who…? This extraordinary novel by Rex Stout, the legendary creator of Nero Wolfe, is a psychological thriller like none you have ever read. As William Sidney climbs the stairs, you’ll dive deep into his troubled past, uncovering scandalous secrets and deceptions. And all the while, step by creeping step, he draws closer to a shocking act of violence…

      How Like A God
    • 2023

      Seed On The Wind

      • 368 Seiten
      • 13 Lesestunden
      3,2(43)Abgeben

      Lora Winter, a woman entangled with four men—each the father of her child—finds her life spiraling when a fifth man arrives unexpectedly. As she hides from this new threat, the narrative unfolds into a complex psychological puzzle, exploring themes of desperation and moral ambiguity. The characters engage in dark actions like kidnapping and blackmail, challenging traditional crime novel conventions. This gripping tale intricately weaves their stories, revealing the depths of human relationships and the lengths one might go to protect oneself.

      Seed On The Wind
    • 2019

      The Men Who Killed the Luftwaffe

      • 472 Seiten
      • 17 Lesestunden
      5,0(2)Abgeben

      The Men Who Killed the Luftwaffe tells the story of the striking transformation - one of the marvels of modern warfare - that enabled the U.S. to crush the air forces of the Third Reich.

      The Men Who Killed the Luftwaffe
    • 2019

      Official Correspondence Relating to the Admission of Montana as a State Into the Union - and other official papers comprising correspondence with the State and War Departments, at Washington, and including proclamations and official addresses of Jos. is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1892. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.

      Official Correspondence Relating to the Admission of Montana as a State Into the Union
    • 2019

      Zyankali vom Weihnachtsmann

      Ein Fall für Nero Wolfe

      3,7(15)Abgeben

      Eine Weihnachtsfeier voller ausgelassener Gäste, bis einer von ihnen ermordet wird. Ausgerechnet der Weihnachtsmann steht unter Verdacht. Keiner weiß, wer er gewesen ist. Er verschwindet spurlos. Nero Wolfe ermittelt. Aus gutem Grund. Denn wenn die Polizei schneller ist als er, wird es unangenehme Folgen für ihn haben. Rex Stout war einer der erfolgreichsten amerikanischen Krimiautoren des 20. Jahrhunderts. Die Neuübersetzung von Gunter Blank bietet dem deutschen Leser erstmals die Möglichkeit, den Autor ins einer ganzen literarischen Qualität zu entdecken. Mit einem Nachwort des Krimipreisträgers Franz Dobler.

      Zyankali vom Weihnachtsmann
    • 2018

      Set against a backdrop of legal intrigue, this novel features Simon Leg, a composed middle-aged lawyer, and his energetic assistant, Dan Culp. Their dynamic foreshadows the iconic duo of Nero Wolfe and Archie Goodwin, showcasing Stout's early character development. Originally published in All-Story Weekly, it combines elements of a legal thriller with detective fiction, offering a glimpse into the author's evolving narrative style and character creation long before his famous series debuted.

      Justice Ends at Home and Warner & Wife
    • 2018

      Bitter End and The Last Drive

      • 110 Seiten
      • 4 Lesestunden

      The novella delves into the intricate dynamics of a specialty food manufacturer, highlighting the intertwining family and business relationships among its owners and employees. When Nero Wolfe experiences a personal incident involving a poisoned product from the company, he is driven to uncover the truth behind the sinister events. The narrative is marked by its dark complexity, showcasing Wolfe's investigative prowess alongside his assistant, Archie Goodwin.

      Bitter End and The Last Drive
    • 2013

      Noémis Lied

      Ein dystopisches Märchen

      Eine Welt ohne Musik, ohne Konzerte und teils in Anarchie, teils in Diktatur lebend. Aus dieser trostlosen Welt entspringt ein ungewöhnliches Paar, das die Außenwelt und ihre Abenteuer zusammenschweißt. Eine Geschichte über die Macht der Liebe und die Macht der Musik.

      Noémis Lied