The Best Stories Of Thomas Burke
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Thomas Burke
Binding: Hardback
Published: Phoenix House, 1950
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: No markings
This collection The Best Stories Of Thomas Burke assembles a compelling array of narratives from a master of urban atmosphere. Burke vividly chronicles the hidden lives and shadowy corners of London, particularly the enigmatic Limehouse district, presenting a world both alluring and dangerous. His prose uncovers the intricate tapestry of human experience, from the mundane to the extraordinary, often imbued with a sense of impending fate or exotic mystery. Each story illustrates the author's keen observation of character and setting, drawing readers into a bygone era of gaslight and fog. This volume offers a captivating journey through the darker, more romanticized aspects of early 20th-century London, showcasing Burke's unique literary voice.
Author: Thomas Burke
Binding: Hardback
Published: Phoenix House, 1950
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: No markings
This collection The Best Stories Of Thomas Burke assembles a compelling array of narratives from a master of urban atmosphere. Burke vividly chronicles the hidden lives and shadowy corners of London, particularly the enigmatic Limehouse district, presenting a world both alluring and dangerous. His prose uncovers the intricate tapestry of human experience, from the mundane to the extraordinary, often imbued with a sense of impending fate or exotic mystery. Each story illustrates the author's keen observation of character and setting, drawing readers into a bygone era of gaslight and fog. This volume offers a captivating journey through the darker, more romanticized aspects of early 20th-century London, showcasing Burke's unique literary voice.