Download or read book The Circular Staircase written by Mary Roberts Rinehart and published by BoD - Books on Demand. This book was released on 2022-08-15 with total page 165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The summer occupants of "Sunnyside" find the dead body of Arnold Armstrong, the son of the owner, on the circular staircase. Following the murder a bank failure is announced. Around these two events is woven a plot of absorbing interest.
Download or read book The Circular Staircase written by Mary Roberts Rinehart and published by Standard Ebooks. This book was released on 2024-02-27T05:04:44Z with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wealthy spinster Rachel Innes and her niece and nephew, Gertrude and Halsey, rent a country house called Sunnyside for the summer. Upon arrival, the butler reveals to them that he believes there’s a ghost in the house. During the first night, Rachel is roused from sleep by strange sounds. The next night she’s awakened by a revolver shot, and discovers a dead body at the foot of the house’s circular staircase. The investigation into the murder reveals the house and its owners, the Armstrong family, hold many secrets. The Circular Staircase was published in 1908 and is credited with pioneering the “Had I but known” school of mystery writing, a form of foreshadowing that hints at impending disaster through the narrator’s regrets of their actions. The novel was adapted as a silent film in 1915, and most notably as a hit Broadway play, “The Bat” in 1920. This book is part of the Standard Ebooks project, which produces free public domain ebooks.
Download or read book The Bat The Circular Staircase written by Mary Roberts Rinehart and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-11-30 with total page 349 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mary Roberts Rinehart's classic mystery novels, 'The Circular Staircase' and 'The Bat', showcase her impressive ability to craft intricate plots filled with suspense and intrigue. Set in the early 1900s, these novels are prime examples of the American Golden Age detective fiction genre, with Rinehart's distinctive writing style blending elements of mystery, humor, and romance seamlessly. 'The Circular Staircase' follows a spinster named Rachel Innes as she becomes embroiled in a complex murder case at a remote country house, while 'The Bat' centers around a notorious criminal on the loose terrorizing a small town. Rinehart's meticulous attention to detail and clever use of misdirection keep readers guessing until the very end. Mary Roberts Rinehart, known as the American Agatha Christie, drew inspiration from her own experiences as a nurse during World War I to bring a sense of authenticity and depth to her characters and settings. Her pioneering work in the mystery genre paved the way for future generations of crime writers, earning her a well-deserved reputation as a master storyteller. Fans of classic detective fiction and thrilling mysteries will be captivated by Mary Roberts Rinehart's timeless tales of murder and suspense. Whether you are a seasoned mystery enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, 'The Circular Staircase' and 'The Bat' are must-reads that will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish.
Download or read book Essential Novelists Mary Roberts Rinehart written by Mary Roberts Rinehart and published by Tacet Books. This book was released on 2021-05-01 with total page 453 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to the Essential Novelists book series, were we present to you the best works of remarkable authors. For this book, the literary critic August Nemo has chosen the two most important and meaningful novels of Mary Roberts Rinehart which are The Circular Staircase and The Bat. Rinehart wrote hundreds of short stories, poems, travelogues and articles. While many of her books were best sellers, critics were most appreciative of her murder mysteries. Many of her books and plays were adapted for movies, such as The Bat and The Circular Staircase - both published in this book. Novels selected for this book: - The Circular Staircase; - The Bat. This is one of many books in the series Essential Novelists. If you liked this book, look for the other titles in the series, we are sure you will like some of the authors.
Download or read book The Bat Illustrated written by Mary Roberts Rinehart and published by . This book was released on 2021-01-25 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Bat is a three-act play by Mary Roberts Rinehart that was first produced by Lincoln Wagenhals and Collin Kemper in 1920. The story combines elements of mystery and comedy as Cornelia Van Gorder and guests spend a stormy night at her rented summer home, searching for stolen money they believe is hidden in the house, while they are stalked by a masked criminal known as "the Bat". The Bat's identity is revealed at the end of the final act.
Download or read book The Bat and the Circular Staircase written by Mary Roberts Rinehart and published by . This book was released on 2022-02-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Bat" - Elderly, single Cornelia Van Gorder is renting an old, isolated Long Island mansion owned by the estate of Courtleigh Fleming, a bank president who had reportedly died several months before. On a stormy evening, the electricity flickers on and off. Most of the servants, convinced that the house is haunted, have made excuses and fled. According to a news report, a mysterious criminal known as "the Bat" has eluded police in the area. "The Circular Staircase" - Rachel Innes is a spinster who has had custody of her orphaned niece and nephew since they were children. Halsey and Gertrude talk Rachel into renting a house in the country for the summer. The first night Rachel is there, there is a mysterious trespasser and something falls down the stairs in the middle of the night. The second night, after Halsey and Gertrude have arrived, there is a murder, and Halsey and the friend he has brought to stay disappear. Halsey returns a few days later, without his friend and without an explanation, but by then many other developments have occurred, to the chagrin of the residents.
Download or read book The Circular Staircase Illustrated written by Mary Roberts Rinehart and published by . This book was released on 2021-01-11 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Circular Staircase is a mystery novel by American writer Mary Roberts Rinehart. The story follows dowager Rachel Innes as she thwarts a series of strange crimes at a summer house she has rented with her niece and nephew. The novel was Rinehart's first bestseller and established her as one of the era's most popular writers. The story was serialized in All-Story for five issues starting with the November 1907 issue, then published in book form by Bobbs-Merrill in 1908.
Download or read book The Bat Illustrated written by Mary Roberts Rinehart and published by . This book was released on 2019-11-13 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: he Bat is a three-act play by Mary Roberts Rinehart and Avery Hopwood that was first produced by Lincoln Wagenhals and Collin Kemper in 1920. The story combines elements of mystery and comedy as Cornelia Van Gorder and guests spend a stormy night at her rented summer home, searching for stolen money they believe is hidden in the house, while they are stalked by a masked criminal known as "the Bat". The Bat's identity is revealed at the end of the final act.The play originated as an adaptation of Rinehart's 1908 mystery novel The Circular Staircase. Rinehart and Hopwood altered the story to prepare it for Broadway, including adding the titular antagonist. The connection to the novel led to a legal dispute over film rights with the Selig Polyscope Company, producers of a 1915 film adaptation of the novel, also titled The Circular Staircase. After previewing under the title A Thief in the Night, the play opened as The Bat at the Morosco Theatre on Broadway on August 23, 1920.
Download or read book The First Bat Man written by Kevin Scott Collier and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-05-14 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The First Bat Man" takes a historic and entertaining look at the making of Roland West's 1926 silent film mystery production, The Bat. The book explores the genesis of The Bat, beginning with Mary Roberts Rinehart's book, "The Circular Staircase." Follow the creation of the stage play and the making of the movie, complete with biographies of key cast members. Also included are countless photos, advertisements and promotions that made the news. See what inspired Bob Kane and Bill Finger to create the Batman comic book character. Visit the homepage: firstbatmanbook.blogspot.com
Download or read book The Circular Staircase Illustrated written by Mary Roberts Rinehart and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2019-01-12 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Circular Staircase is a mystery novel by American writer Mary Roberts Rinehart. The story follows dowager Rachel Innes as she thwarts a series of strange crimes at a summer house she has rented with her niece and nephew. The novel was Rinehart's first bestseller and established her as one of the era's most popular writers. The story was serialized in All-Story for five issues starting with the November 1907 issue, then published in book form by Bobbs-Merrill in 1908.Rinehart was inspired to write the novel after a visit to Melrose, a Gothic Revival castle in Northern Virginia.[1]The Circular Staircase pioneered what became known as the "had I but known" school of mystery writing, which often feature female protagonists and narrators who foreshadow impending danger and plot developments by reflecting on what they might have done differently. Rinehart employed this formula in many of her later works, and it inspired dozens of subsequent stories.[2][3][4] The novel was adapted for the screen twice: as a silent film in 1915, and for the television series Climax! in 1956.[5] Its best known adaptation was as the play The Bat, which became a major Broadway hit and inspired a number of later works, including several adaptations of its own.
Download or read book The Circular Staircase written by Mary Roberts Rinehart and published by Literary Licensing, LLC. This book was released on 2014-03 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Is A New Release Of The Original 1908 Edition.
Download or read book The Out Trail written by Mary Roberts Rinehart and published by . This book was released on 1923 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The After House written by Mary Roberts Rinehart and published by The Floating Press. This book was released on 2014-02-01 with total page 211 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Known as the "American Agatha Christie," author Mary Roberts Rinehart produced a vast array of top-notch mysteries over the course of her career, with occasional incursions into other genres. The After House is a gripping whodunit that revolves around a series of grisly axe murders. Set on board a ship, this murder mystery is sure to leave you on the edge of your seat.
Download or read book The Man in Lower Ten Illustrated written by Mary Roberts Mary Roberts Rinehart and published by . This book was released on 2021-04-17 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Man in Lower Ten is the first book ever written by Mary Roberts Rinehart, arguably the greatest American mystery writer of her generation. Vividly imagined, it combines adventure, suspense, horror, and mystery at breakneck speed.
Download or read book Nomad s Land written by Mary Roberts Rinehart and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2013-10-15 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DIVDIVA memoir of desert travel—by camel and horseback—from a beloved author/divDIV An internationally renowned writer of mystery fiction, Mary Roberts Rinehart knows her way around an exotic setting. When faced with the Pyramids, the Nile, and the sprawling Egyptian desert in her own life, she does not fall in with the crowd of tourists waiting in line at the tombs of the Pharaohs. Instead, she hikes up her skirt, plants her pumps in the sand, and hops on a camel. She has but one question: Where am I supposed to sit?/divDIV On a hundred-mile expedition into the Egyptian desert, Rinehart does her best to master the herky-jerk of this desert beast. But traveling with an entourage of well-mannered people, she finds that desert living is not completely stripped of the comforts of home. Upon returning to the United States, Rinehart makes an excursion out west, which, she finds, is where the true adventure begins./div/div
Download or read book Love Stories written by Mary Roberts Rinehart and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2021-01-01 with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Love Stories by Mary Roberts Rinehart: This collection of short stories explores the many facets of love, from the sweet innocence of first crushes to the more complex and difficult aspects of adult relationships. With vivid characterizations and well-crafted plots, Rinehart's stories offer insight into the joys and challenges of romance. Key Aspects of the Book "Love Stories": Exploration of Love: The book offers a range of stories that explore different aspects of love, from the innocent crushes of young lovers to the more complicated and challenging relationships of adulthood. Well-Crafted Plots: Each story is carefully constructed to draw the reader in and keep them engaged, with distinctive characters and unexpected twists and turns. Emotional Realism: The book offers a realistic portrayal of the joys and difficulties of love, with characters who feel both fully human and deeply relatable. Mary Roberts Rinehart was an American author best known for her mystery novels. She lived from 1876 to 1958 and was one of the most popular authors of her time. "Love Stories" is one of her lesser-known works, but is nevertheless admired for its skillful characterizations and emotional depth.
Download or read book The Doctor written by Mary Roberts Rinehart and published by Rare Treasure Editions. This book was released on 2024-01-03T00:00:00Z with total page 611 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The medical profession is supplying background for first rate novels—and this combines the authenticity of first hand knowledge with the sureness of touch of Mrs. Rinehart at her best....A meaty novel (nary a whiff of mystery) about the two forces in a doctor’s life, his love of his profession at odds with his love of a woman. Always the profession comes to thwart his romance, circumstances drive him into another marriage and it is through the wife he does not love that his career is cut off and through his rehabilitation that he secures the woman he loves. Detailed picture of the steps up the professional ladder, with the battles against politics, financial pressure, etc. Good entertainment, with more of substance than most—and will appeal to those who like the medical background.
