No. 13 Toroni A Mystery

by Julius Regis

Overview

Maurice Wallion, journalist and detective, sets out to solve another intricate mystery full of surprising problems in this fast-paced and atmospheric mystery-thriller from the Swedish writer Julius Regis. (Amazon)

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783965373778
Publisher:	Otbebookpublishing
Publication date:	06/17/2019
Series:	Classics To Go
Sold by:	Bookwire
Format:	eBook
Pages:	134
File size:	1 MB

About the Author

Julius Regis, born in 1889 in Sweden, was a pioneering figure in Scandinavian crime fiction, whose work in the early 20th century laid the groundwork for the genre's later global success. Regis's life was marked by a series of fascinating contradictions: a journalist by day and a novelist by night, he navigated the tumultuous interwar period with a keen eye for societal undercurrents and human psychology.Regis's literary contributions are notable for their intricate plots and deep character studies, often reflecting the anxieties and moral ambiguities of his time. His protagonists, frequently embroiled in complex moral dilemmas, resonated with readers who were grappling with the rapid changes of the modern world. Regis's work was revolutionary in its blending of traditional detective tropes with a more nuanced, almost existential exploration of crime and justice.Controversy was never far from Regis. His outspoken views on social issues, including his criticism of the burgeoning fascist movements in Europe, made him a polarizing figure. Despite—or perhaps because of—his contentious stances, Regis influenced a generation of writers who sought to infuse their genre fiction with deeper social commentary.Regis's legacy endures in the rich tradition of Scandinavian noir, a genre that continues to captivate readers worldwide with its blend of suspense, moral complexity, and stark realism. His ability to weave the personal with the political remains a touchstone for contemporary authors seeking to explore the darker corners of human experience.
Julius Regis, born July 20, 1889 in Stockholm, died January 10, 1925 in Stockholm, was a Swedish writer and journalist. He became best known as a writer of entertainment fiction, but was also a pioneer in film journalism. His most successful novels and short stories are about Maurice Wallion, detective and journalist, called "The Problem Hunter".