Dornford Yates Knihy

Děj napínavého detektivního románu se odehrává ve dvacátých letech minulého století ve francouzské části Pyrenejí. Bohatá vdova přezdívaná Vanity Fair – Královna marnivosti –, majitelka zámku Jezreel, žena mnoha tváří, usiluje o život své nevlastní dcery Virginie. Důvod má víc než pádný. Pokud se totiž Virginie provdá, což se má stát velice brzy, zdědí po svém otci většinu majetku, s nímž Vanity Fair doposud disponuje. Richard Chandos, hlavní hrdina příběhu, se pokusí se svým přítelem Jonathanem Manselem dívku ochránit před hrozící násilnou smrtí, která se přibližuje stejně rychle jako datum svatby. Zlá, krutá a lstivá zámecká paní je však stále o krok napřed...

Jonathan Mansel, one of Dornford Yates’ most popular characters, heads a small private organisation dedicated to the detection of serious crime ‘by methods sadly unavailable to the regular police’. An aristocratic member of his team is murdered and the avengers set out in pursuit of the killer, in a tale of ‘violence and a measure of sublimated sex’. Caricatured villains, a page-turning plot and some good jokes – in short, classic Yates.

Eight stories in which we encounter ‘the hair-raising adventures and idiotic situations of the Pleydell family’ (Punch). Along with John Buchan and ‘Sapper’, Yates dominated the adventure book market of the inter-war years, and Berry is regarded as one of British comic writing’s finest creations, including Tom Sharpe amongst his fans. Read these and weep (with laughter).

Step into the world of English country houses and gentlemanly adventure with this delightful tale of high-society intrigue and romance. In "Johan and Co.", Dornford Yates offers a glimpse into the glamorous lives of the English aristocracy in the early 20th century, complete with vintage cars, secret societies, and daring heists.

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Set in the early 20th century, this collection features a blend of thriller and humor through a series of engaging stories originally published in Windsor Magazine. The narratives explore various themes, including societal norms and personal dilemmas, with titles like "Punch and Judy" and "The Judgment of Paris" highlighting the author's wit and storytelling prowess. Mercer, known for his dramatic flair, captivates readers with a unique blend of humor and intrigue, reflecting the cultural landscape between the World Wars.