The Freeman, R. Austin (Richard Austin) 1862-1943 creator text utu 2025 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Shadow of the Wolf" by R. Austin Freeman is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story begins with a tense and intriguing setup involving Daniel Purcell and his companion Varney, who are engaged in a risky scheme involving the forgery of banknotes. The plot unfolds within a maritime backdrop as the two men navigate both the physical sea and the murky waters of their criminal endeavors, hinting at themes of betrayal and moral ambiguity. At the start of the book, we are introduced to Purcell and Varney aboard a yacht, where a conversation about their illicit activities begins to reveal the strained dynamics of their partnership. The dialog quickly escalates from casual banter regarding their personal lives, specifically how both men are connected to a woman named Maggie, to darker implications of their crime. Varney grapples with his growing resentment towards Purcell and contemplates drastic actions, foreshadowing significant twists to come. The opening chapters establish a gripping atmosphere intertwined with deception, setting the stage for an exploration of consequences that follow betrayal and the actions of desperate individuals caught in their schemes. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2025-01-29 Brian Raiter Originally published: New York, NY: A. L. Burt Company, 1925 Detective and mystery stories Thorndyke, Doctor (Fictitious character) -- Fiction Physicians -- Fiction Murder -- Investigation -- Fiction PR New York, NY: A. L. Burt Company, 1925 25018351 https://catalog.hathitrust.org/Record/000205354 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/75244 https://catalog.hathitrust.org/Record/000205354 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/75244 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134736.0 75244