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100 1 _aHume, Fergus,
_d1859-1932
245 1 4 _aThe Crimson Cryptogram: A Detective Story
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2017
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2017-08-09
508 _aProduced by Charles Bowen from page scans provided by Google Books (Princeton University)
520 _a"The Crimson Cryptogram: A Detective Story" by Fergus Hume is a detective novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Dr. Robert Ellis, a young and disillusioned physician, and his friend Harry Cass, a journalist, who find themselves embroiled in a murder case when a desperate woman named Mrs. Moxton arrives at their door, claiming her husband has been murdered. The narrative unfolds with elements of mystery and suspense, as they navigate the complexities surrounding Mrs. Moxton and the events leading to her husband's death. The opening portion introduces readers to the strained lives of Ellis and Cass, who are sharing their struggles and aspirations. Their discussion turns unexpectedly when Mrs. Moxton appears, panic-stricken and claiming her husband has been killed. The chapter paints a picture of her background, hinting at her isolation and the troubling dynamics in her marriage. Following her dramatic arrival and the confirmation of her husband's murder, a series of enigmatic clues come to light, including cryptic blood signs on the victim’s arm, suggesting a deeper conspiracy at play. As the narrative progresses, it raises questions about Mrs. Moxton's possible involvement, the identity of the murderer, and the uncharted territory of their investigation, setting the stage for a gripping unfolding mystery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEngland -- Fiction
653 _aMurder -- Investigation -- Fiction
653 _aMystery and detective stories
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/55309
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