After the Fact by E.W. Hornung
After the Fact is a novel by E.W. Hornung that follows the story of a man named Arthur Raffles who becomes involved in a series of crimes and adventures. The book explores themes of morality, justice, and loyalty as Raffles navigates his way through various challenges and obstacles.
By E.W. Hornung · First published 1908 · Genre: Crime Fiction, Mystery, Thriller · 14,610 words
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: E.W. Hornung
- Date: 1908 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Crime Fiction, Mystery, Thriller, Drama, Literary Fiction
- Length: 14,610 words
- Structure: 1 section, 245 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Crime Fiction — The plot revolves around a bank robbery and the ensuing investigation, central to the crime genre.
- Mystery — The narrative includes elements of suspense and the quest to uncover the identity of the robber.
- Thriller — The tension and excitement surrounding the robbery and the chase contribute to a thrilling atmosphere.
- Drama — The story explores complex character interactions and moral dilemmas, particularly regarding honesty and desperation.
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mystery · crime · detective · suspense · thriller · fiction · literature · investigation · murder · plot twist · psychological · narrative