The Berkeley, Anthony 1893-1971 creator text utu 2024 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Amateur Crime" by Anthony Berkeley is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story introduces Mr. Matthew Priestley, a rather unadventurous man who is drawn into a convoluted situation involving a young woman named Miss Spettigue, who seeks his help for an illegal burglary. This is a comedic murder mystery that hints at themes of identity and deception interwoven with the complexities of human relationships. The opening portion of the book sets up Priestley's life as a rather dull and routine bachelor, contrasted by the lively character of his friend who encourages him to seek adventures. After a series of humorous interactions about his mundane existence, the narrative shifts as the character of Miss Spettigue enters, throwing Priestley into a chaotic yet thrilling scenario. He unwittingly finds himself posing as a burglar, embarking on a caper that devolves into a series of misunderstandings. The plot thickens dramatically when what was supposed to be a harmless endeavor turns deadly, revealing twists and layers of deception. This opening establishes a mix of light-hearted comedy and impending danger, inviting readers to follow along as Mr. Priestley stumbles down a path he least expected. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2024-01-10 Brian Raiter Originally published: Garden City, NY: Doubleday, Doran & Company, Inc., 1928 Humorous stories Detective and mystery stories PR Garden City, NY: Doubleday, Doran & Company, Inc., 1928 https://catalog.hathitrust.org/Record/102669644 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/72675 https://catalog.hathitrust.org/Record/102669644 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/72675 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134659.0 72675