Ernest Bramah
Full Name and Common Aliases
Ernest Bramah was a British author, inventor, and humorist who is best known for his fictional detective Max Carrados.
Birth and Death Dates
He was born on December 30, 1868, in London, England, and died on April 18, 1942.
Nationality and Profession(s)
Bramah was a British citizen by birth and profession. He worked as an author, inventor, and humorist throughout his life.
Early Life and Background
Bramah's early life is not well-documented. However, it is known that he came from a humble background and had to work hard to support himself financially. Despite these challenges, he developed a passion for writing and inventing at an early age.
As a young man, Bramah attended the London School of Design and later worked as a designer and draughtsman. He also began writing stories and submitting them to various literary magazines.
Major Accomplishments
Bramah is perhaps best known for creating the fictional detective Max Carrados, who first appeared in the short story "The Mystery of the New Bump" in 1914. The character was a blind detective with extraordinary senses that allowed him to solve complex crimes.
Over the course of his career, Bramah wrote numerous novels and short stories featuring Max Carrados. These works showcased Bramah's unique blend of humor, wit, and clever plot twists.
Notable Works or Actions
Some of Bramah's notable works include:
"Max Carrados" (1914) - a collection of short stories featuring the blind detective
"The Plot That Daughters Tell" (1926) - a novel that showcases Bramah's ability to craft complex plots and characters
* "Max Carrados: A Collection of Short Stories" (2017) - a modern reprint of Bramah's classic works
Impact and Legacy
Ernest Bramah's impact on the detective fiction genre cannot be overstated. His creation, Max Carrados, was a pioneering figure in the world of blind detectives and paved the way for later authors to explore similar themes.
Bramah's writing style, which blended humor, wit, and clever plot twists, has influenced generations of writers and continues to entertain readers today.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Ernest Bramah is widely quoted and remembered for his innovative approach to detective fiction. His creation, Max Carrados, remains a beloved character in the world of literature, and his writing style continues to inspire new generations of authors.
Quotes by Ernest Bramah
It is a mark of insincerity of purpose to spend one’s time in looking for the sacred Emperor in the low-class tea-shops.
There is a time to silence an adversary with the honey of logical persuasion, and there is a time to silence him with the argument of a heavily directed club.
Better a dish of husks to the accompaniment of a muted lute than to be satiated with stewed shark’s fin and rich spiced wine of which the cost is frequently mentioned by the provider.
There are few situations in life that cannot be resolved promptly, and to the satisfaction of all concerned, by either suicide, a bag of gold, or thrusting a despised antagonist over a precipice on a dark night
How is it possible to suspend topaz in one cup of the balance and weigh it against amethyst in the other; or who in a single language can compare the tranquillizing grace of a maiden with the invigorating pleasure of witnessing a well-contested rat-fight?
The province of philosophy is not so much to prevent calamities befalling as to demonstrate that they are blessings when they have taken place.
When struck by a thunderbolt it is unnecessary to consult the Book of Dates as to the precise meaning of the omen.
