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Author: Sonny Liew
Publisher: Pantheon
ISBN: 1101870702
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 322

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From a bestselling graphic novelist comes “a hugely ambitious, stylistically acrobatic work” (The New York Times Book Review) that brings us on a uniquely moving, funny, and thought-provoking journey through the life of an artist and the history of a nation. Meet Charlie Chan Hock Chye. Now in his early 70s, Chan has been making comics in his native Singapore since 1954, when he was a boy of 16. As he looks back on his career over five decades, we see his stories unfold before us in a dazzling array of art styles and forms, their development mirroring the evolution in the political and social landscape of his homeland and of the comic book medium itself. With The Art of Charlie Chan Hock Chye, Sonny Liew has drawn together a myriad of genres to create a thoroughly ingenious and engaging work, where the line between truth and construct may sometimes be blurred, but where the story told is always enthralling.

Author: Yunte Huang
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 0393340392
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 385

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A biography of cinematic hero Charlie Chan, based on the real-life Chinese immigrant detective, Chang Apana, whose bravado inspired mystery writer Earl Derr Biggers to depict his fictional sleuth as a wisecracking and wise investigator rather than a stereotype.

Author: Charles P. Mitchell
Publisher: Greenwood
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 322

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There are over fifty Chan films and an additional three Spanish language Chan films. This guide reviews the forty-four extant Chan films. Entries, alphabetically arranged, include a unique annotated cast list, a comparative rating system, production information, analysis and plot synopsis, a performance critique, and a collection of Chan sayings, which vary from film to film. An introduction discusses the history and literary origins of the Chan films and the formulaic devices common to the films. Film scholars and fans of the Charlie Chan films will appreciate the extensive information each review provides. Each film is given a star rating, and several appendices provide additional information such as the lost films of Charlie Chan, actors who played Chan, and Chan on television.

Author: Jessica Tarahata Hagedorn
Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics)
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 614

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Stories by and about Asian Americans published from 1933 to the present.

Author: Earl Derr Biggers
Publisher: Standard Ebooks
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 283

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Behind That Curtain, published in 1928, finds Charlie Chan in San Francisco preparing to return to Honolulu after a working holiday. He meets a Sir Frederic Bruce from Scotland Yard, who is following the trail of a woman who disappeared fifteen years before. The two attend a dinner party together—where Sir Frederic is murdered. Chan is then pressed to delay his return to Hawaii to assist in the murder investigation. Before Charlie can find the murderer, he must find the missing woman. Because the previous Chan novel, The Chinese Parrot, was so well received, Earl Derr Biggers was paid an impressive $25,000 for a serialized version of Behind That Curtain by The Saturday Evening Post The novel was adapted for film in 1929. This book is part of the Standard Ebooks project, which produces free public domain ebooks.

Author: Earl Derr Biggers
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1602

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Charlie Chan is a Chinese American detective who lives on Hawaii and works for the Honolulu Police Department, but often travels around the world investigating mysteries and solving crimes. The House Without a Key – Member of Boston society who has lived in Hawaii for a number of years is murdered. The victim's nephew, a straitlaced young Bostonian bond trader, could be of some assistance to detective Charlie Chan in solving the mystery. The Chinese Parrot – A valuable string of pearls is purchased by a wealthy and eccentric financier. Jeweler's son and Charlie Chan also travel from Hawaii to California with the pearls and come across a few mysterious deaths. Behind That Curtain – Sir Frederic Bruce, former head of Scotland Yard, is investigating a murder of a London solicitor from 15 years ago. A long-cold trail takes him to California, where detective Charlie Chan gets mixed up in the case. The Black Camel – A Hollywood star Shelah Fane is stopping in Hawaii after she finished shooting a film in Tahiti, but gets murdered in a rental house in Waikiki. Charlie Chan investigates amid public clamor demanding that the murderer must be found. Charlie Chan Carries On – Inspector Duff from Scotland Yard is pursuing a murderer on an around-the-world voyage. While his ship is docked in Honolulu, the detective is shot and wounded, and Chan takes his place on the cruise. Keeper of the Keys – Charlie Chan is back in California where he meets a world-famous soprano, Ellen Ladona, who is murdered not too long after the meeting. Chan is expected to solve the mystery and he does not have to look far for suspects. Earl Derr Biggers (1884-1933) was an American novelist best known for his mystery novels, especially those featuring Chinese American detective Charlie Chan.

Author: Earl Derr Biggers
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1604

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Charlie Chan is a Chinese American detective who lives on Hawaii and works for the Honolulu Police Department, but often travels around the world investigating mysteries and solving crimes. The House Without a Key – Member of Boston society who has lived in Hawaii for a number of years is murdered. The victim's nephew, a straitlaced young Bostonian bond trader, could be of some assistance to detective Charlie Chan in solving the mystery. The Chinese Parrot – A valuable string of pearls is purchased by a wealthy and eccentric financier. Jeweler's son and Charlie Chan also travel from Hawaii to California with the pearls and come across a few mysterious deaths. Behind That Curtain – Sir Frederic Bruce, former head of Scotland Yard, is investigating a murder of a London solicitor from 15 years ago. A long-cold trail takes him to California, where detective Charlie Chan gets mixed up in the case. The Black Camel – A Hollywood star Shelah Fane is stopping in Hawaii after she finished shooting a film in Tahiti, but gets murdered in a rental house in Waikiki. Charlie Chan investigates amid public clamor demanding that the murderer must be found. Charlie Chan Carries On – Inspector Duff from Scotland Yard is pursuing a murderer on an around-the-world voyage. While his ship is docked in Honolulu, the detective is shot and wounded, and Chan takes his place on the cruise. Keeper of the Keys – Charlie Chan is back in California where he meets a world-famous soprano, Ellen Ladona, who is murdered not too long after the meeting. Chan is expected to solve the mystery and he does not have to look far for suspects. Earl Derr Biggers (1884-1933) was an American novelist best known for his mystery novels, especially those featuring Chinese American detective Charlie Chan.

Author: Earl Derr Biggers
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1604

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In Earl Derr Biggers' complete series of Charlie Chan mysteries, readers are taken on a thrilling journey through six captivating detective novels filled with intricate plots, clever sleuthing, and captivating character dynamics. Set in the early 20th century, the series showcases Biggers' unique blend of mystery, humor, and social commentary, making it a standout in the Golden Age of Detective Fiction. Biggers' literary style elegantly weaves together suspenseful storytelling with subtle cultural insights, creating a vibrant and engaging reading experience. The series not only entertains but also offers a glimpse into the complex social landscape of the time. Earl Derr Biggers' creation of the iconic detective, Charlie Chan, reflects his keen understanding of human nature and his knack for crafting intriguing mysteries that stand the test of time. His ability to blend Eastern and Western perspectives adds depth to the character and enriches the narratives. Fans of classic detective fiction and those interested in exploring early 20th-century American culture will find this collection a must-read. Biggers' Charlie Chan mysteries continue to captivate readers with their timeless charm and intelligent storytelling, making this complete series a valuable addition to any mystery lover's library.

Author: Earl Derr Biggers
Publisher: Wildside Press LLC
ISBN: 1434446247
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 2300

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When Earl Derr Biggers created Chinese detective Charlie Chan, he had no idea he had created a media sensation. Novels, movies, TV series, radio programs, comic books—Charlie spawned a whole industry. Now all 6 novels are collected in one ebook, along with 16 more novels and short stories by Biggers (many of them mysteries). In this volume are: THE HOUSE WITHOUT A KEY THE CHINESE PARROT BEHIND THAT CURTAIN THE BLACK CAMEL CHARLIE CHAN CARRIES ON KEEPER OF THE KEYS THE AGONY COLUMN SEVEN KEYS TO BALDPATE MOONLIGHT AT THE CROSSROADS SELLING MISS MINERVA THE HEART OF THE LOAF POSSESSIONS THE DOLLAR CHASERS IDLE HANDS THE GIRL WHO PAID DIVIDENDS A LETTER TO AUSTRALIA NINA AND THE BLEMISH BROADWAY BROKE THE EBONY STICK FIFTY CANDLES LOVE INSURANCE INSIDE THE LINES And don't forget to search this ebook store for "Wildside Megapack" to see many more entries in this series, covering westerns, mysteries, science fiction, and much, much more!

Author: Earl Derr Biggers
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
ISBN: 1473371651
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 728

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This collection of early work by Earl Derr Biggers was originally published between 1925 and 1928 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography. "The Charlie Chan Collection - Volume I" contains the first three colourful tales of the original Charlie Chan. In "The House Without a Key" we are introduced to Chan, a corpulent father of nine, as he uses all his considerable faculties to solve the case of a murdered father and a missing jewel box. In "The Chinese Parrot," Chan dons a disguise and goes undercover to solve a complex case involving a fake identity, a kidnapping and a murder. The last story in this volume, "Behind That Curtain", tells the story of the former head of Scotland Yard, a detective who is pursuing the long-cold trail of a murderer. Earl Derr Biggers was born on 26th August 1884 in Warren, Ohio, USA. Biggers received his further education at Harvard University, where he developed a reputation as a literary rebel, preferring the popular modern authors, such as Rudyard Kipling and Richard Harding Davis to the established figures of classical literature. While on holiday in Hawaii, Biggers heard tales of a real-life Chinese detective operating in Honolulu, named Chang Apana. This inspired him to create his most enduring legacy in the character of super-sleuth Charlie Chan. Biggers wrote six Chan novels in total and all were licensed for movie adaptations by Fox Films. These films were hugely popular with several different actors taking the lead role of Chan. They were even a success in China where the appeal of a character from the country being the hero instead of the villain appealed to film-goers. Eventually; over 40 films were produced featuring the character. Biggers only saw the early on-screen successes of Charlie Chan due to his death at the age of only 48 from a heart attack in April 1933.