Edgar Wallace

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Definition

Proper noun: * Edgar Wallace: An English writer renowned for his prolific output of crime novels, thrillers, and plays during the early 20th century.

Usage
  • The name "Edgar Wallace" is used to refer to the historical person, the author.
  • It is also used attributively to describe works created by him or in the style characteristic of his writing.
Examples
Advanced Usage
  • "In the style of Edgar Wallace": Describing a modern crime story that features the rapid pacing, sensational plots, and twist endings typical of his work.
    • This new thriller feels very much in the style of Edgar Wallace.
Variants and Related Words
  • Wallacean (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of Edgar Wallace or his works (a less common term).
    • The novel has a distinctly Wallacean plot structure.
Synonyms
  • The King of Thrillers (a contemporary nickname).
  • A prolific crime writer.
Notes on Meaning
  • The primary meaning is the biographical reference to the English author (1875-1932).
  • Secondarily, his name can evoke a specific subgenre of early 20th-century popular crime fiction known for its entertainment value and inventive plots.
Noun
  1. English writer noted for his crime novels (1875-1932)

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