What Timmy Did
May 2019 · Otbebookpublishing
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Excerpt: "...,then an astounding thing had happened. Godfrey had had a fortune left him by an eccentric old man in whose employment he had been as secretary for a while. His luck still holding, he had gone through most of the war, including Gallipoli, with only one wound, which had left no ill effects. A man so fortunate ought not to have neglected his old friends."
About the author
Marie Belloc Lowndes (1868-1947) was a prolific British author whose work spanned the late Victorian era through the early 20th century. Born in France to a French father and an English mother, she was the sister of the renowned essayist Hilaire Belloc. Her multicultural upbringing and intellectual family background deeply influenced her literary career.Lowndes is best known for her psychological thrillers and crime novels, which often explored the darker aspects of human nature and societal norms. Her most famous work, "The Lodger" (1913), was inspired by the Jack the Ripper murders and is considered a pioneering piece in the genre of detective fiction. This novel was later adapted into several films, including a silent film by Alfred Hitchcock, marking her influence on the cinematic world.A trailblazer for women writers, Lowndes was unafraid to delve into controversial topics such as the psychological motivations behind crime and the complexities of the human psyche. Her works often featured strong, complex female characters, challenging the traditional gender roles of her time.Lowndes' writing was not only popular among readers but also respected by her contemporaries. She maintained friendships with literary figures such as Henry James and George Bernard Shaw, who admired her keen insight and narrative skill.Her legacy endures as a significant figure in the development of crime fiction, and her exploration of psychological depth continues to resonate with modern audiences. Marie Belloc Lowndes remains a compelling figure for her contributions to literature and her role in shaping the genre of psychological thrillers.
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