Death Lands a Cargo
Dime Mystery Magazine
Erschienen am 25. August 2024
250 Seiten
978-83-426-4112-9 (ISBN)
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Death Lands a Cargo by Arthur Leo Zagat is a chilling and fast-paced thriller that plunges readers into a world of treachery on the high seas. When a mysterious cargo ship docks in the harbor, its arrival brings with it a deadly secret. The crew is missing, and the only clues left behind are cryptic messages and a trail of blood. As authorities scramble to unravel the mystery, they uncover a sinister plot that threatens not just the ship, but the entire city. With time running out, can the investigators stop the impending catastrophe, or will the cargo deliver death to all who come near? Experience the tension and suspense in this gripping tale of maritime mystery.
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Arthur Leo Zagat (1896-1949) was an American lawyer, prolific pulp fiction writer, and editor best known for his contributions to the horror, science fiction, and mystery genres. Born in New York City, Zagat served in World War I before pursuing a legal career. However, his passion for storytelling led him to writing, where he found success in the pulp magazine market of the 1920s and 1930s. Zagat authored hundreds of short stories and novellas, often collaborating with fellow writers like Nat Schachner. His most famous works include dystopian science fiction tales, eerie horror stories, and hard-boiled detective fiction. Zagat also contributed to serialized stories, such as the "Doc Savage" adventures, and became a popular fixture in magazines like Weird Tales, Astounding Stories, and Argosy. His writing style is noted for its vivid, imaginative worlds and engaging plots. Zagat passed away in 1949, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the golden age of pulp fiction.
