Gaston Leroux

Gaston Leroux was a French journalist and novelist born on May 6, 1868, in Paris. He is best known for his captivating tales that weave together mystery, romance, and the supernatural. Leroux's most famous work, "The Phantom of the Opera," first published in 1910, has enchanted readers with its haunting story set in the shadows of the Paris Opera House. His background in journalism often influenced his storytelling, bringing a vivid realism to his imaginative plots and characters. Throughout his life, Leroux embraced various genres, but it is his ability to evoke emotion and suspense that truly sets his works apart.

As a curious visitor to the world of Gaston Leroux, you'll find that his novels offer a delightful mix of intrigue and human experience. Beyond "The Phantom of the Opera," Leroux penned several other notable works, often exploring themes of love and identity against rich, atmospheric settings. So, take a moment to dive into his literary universe and discover the depth of his storytelling. Whether you're revisiting a favorite or embarking on a new journey, Leroux's compelling narratives are sure to engage and inspire.

Le Mystère de la chambre jaune

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Le mystère est grand. On a essayé de tuer mademoiselle Stangerson dans une chambre fermée de l'intérieur, aucun …

The Phantom of the Opera

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An old theatre under new management; a diva who thinks she can sing; a young ingenue who really can; a masked man who wreaks havoc if he doe…

The Phantom of the Opera (version 3 dramatic reading)

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Over the years, strange things have been happening at the Paris Opéra House. The new owners, M. Moncharmin and M. Richard don't know …

The Phantom of the Opera (version 2)

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Christine Daae was brought up in the Paris Opera house. Her musician father suddenly dies, telling her he will send her an angel of music to…

Historias de Detectives

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Gaston Leroux, Baroness Emma Orczy, Edgar Allan Poe and Mark Twain



La ficción detectivesca es un subgénero de la novela negra, y paradójicamente también su antecesor. Básic…

L'Homme qui a vu le diable


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Au Fil des lectures Nouvelle fantastique de Gaston Leroux, lue par R. Depasse. 1 h 42 min

Le Fauteuil Hante

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L'intrigue se déroule sous la coupole de l'Académie française. À la suite de la mort de Mgr d'Abbeville, chaque …

The Mystery of the Yellow Room

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This crime novel was possibly the first to involve a 'locked room mystery', in which an attempted murder takes place, but with no obvious wa…

Le Fantôme de l’Opéra

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Ce roman (1910) est inspiré de faits réels qui se sont déroulés à l’Opéra Garnier. Gaston Leroux s…

Le Parfum de la dame en noir

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Larsan serait-il encore vivant ?Le Parfum de la dame en noir est la suite du Mystère de la chambre jaune auquel il se réf&egra…

The Secret of the Night

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Gaston Leroux, perhaps best known as the author of The Phantom of the Opera in its novel form, was also the author of a popular series of my…

El fantasma de la ópera

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El fantasma de la ópera es una novela gótica, basada en hechos reales, que nos cuenta la historia de Erik. Un ser extrañ…

Le Mystère de la Chambre Jaune


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Au Fil des Lectures Un roman policier de Gaston Leroux lu par Ar Men (9h 23 min). La porte de la chambre fermée à clef «…

Le Mystère de la chambre jaune

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« Je n’ai point la prétention d’être un auteur. Qui dit : auteur, dit toujours un peu : romancier, et, Dieu merci ! Le…

L’Auberge épouvantable

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Gaston Leroux, entre 1911 et 1924, a publié Quelques nouvelles terrifiantes (6) dont Le Dîner des bustes et L’Auberge ép…

Le Crime de Rouletabille (Version 2)

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Le Crime de Rouletabille est un roman policier de Gaston Leroux, paru en 1921. Cette série de 8 romans a connu un immense succè…

The Man with the Black Feather

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Theophrastus Longuet is a retired manufacturer of rubber stamps in Paris. He now spends his days relaxing, safe from life’s vicissitudes. wi…

The Dark Road: Further Adventures of Chéri-Bibi

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One of a series of exciting adventure stories featuring Leroux's criminal mastermind Chéri-Bibi. When the story starts the "asto…

Le Fantôme de l'Opéra

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Vers 1900, des événements surnaturels se déroulent à l'Opéra Garnier. Les directeurs de l'Opéra co…