
The Shetland Pony
A. Fielding(Author)
Alpha Editions (Publisher)
Published on 30. October 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
246 pages
978-93-7459-721-7 (ISBN)
Description
A sudden, chilling silence descends on a country house as footsteps echo down a shadowed corridor-then stop, abruptly, in the dark. In this masterwork of golden age detective fiction, the quiet routines of English village life are shattered by a crime that baffles even the most seasoned investigators. A tangled web of secrets, suspicion, and subtle clues draws together a cast of sharply drawn characters, each with motives concealed beneath the surface of polite society. The investigation unfolds in a world where every gesture, every whispered conversation, and every locked door might hold the key to an ingenious whodunit novel. The narrative is steeped in the atmosphere of 1930s Britain, capturing the understated tension and intricate puzzles that define the finest traditional mystery.
As the police procedural advances, readers are invited to match wits with the amateur sleuths and official detectives who probe the labyrinthine case. The story's careful pacing and clever misdirection evoke the enduring allure of vintage detective stories, where the line between innocence and guilt is as fine as a thread. With its meticulous construction and elegant prose, this is a British crime story that rewards both close attention and a taste for the unexpected. The interplay of character and clue, the subtle social undercurrents, and the mounting suspense make it a standout among English country house mysteries.
This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure. For aficionados of detective fiction and those seeking the quiet thrill of a bygone era, this is a rare opportunity to experience a milestone in the evolution of the murder investigation novel.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Delhi
India
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Weight
405 gr
ISBN-13
978-93-7459-721-7 (9789374597217)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
A. Fielding was the pseudonym of a mystery writer, primarily known for a prolific series of detective novels. Some scholars have proposed that Fielding may have been a woman, while others suggest the name might have concealed a male or collaborative writing effort. The enduring anonymity has added intrigue to a career that produced over two dozen novels, beginning with The Eames-Erskine Case. Fielding s writing is characterized by intricately constructed plots, subtle psychological exploration, and a meticulous attention to investigative procedures typical of the Golden Age of Detective Fiction. The novels often unfold in upper- and middle-class settings, reflecting both societal manners and criminal complexity. Though not as widely remembered today as some contemporaries, Fielding s work contributed to the development of procedural detective narratives and left a quiet but enduring legacy in the genre. Little verifiable personal information is available, and records do not clearly identify Fielding s parents, birthplace, or life events, further reinforcing the mysterious persona that parallels the tone of the author s own fiction.