My friend the murderer by Arthur Conan Doyle

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Author Doyle, Arthur Conan, 1859-1930
Title My friend the murderer
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "My Friend The Murderer" by Arthur Conan Doyle is a crime fiction short story written during the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around the character Wolf Tone Maloney, a notorious convict connected to a series of gruesome murders. The story captures the grim realities of prison life and explores the complex nature of crime and morality through Maloney's interactions with the prison doctor. The tale unfolds as the prison doctor is drawn into a conversation with Maloney, who recounts his bitter experiences after testifying against his criminal associates to save himself from the gallows. As the story progresses, Maloney reveals his disdain for the government he served and the continuous threats he faces from those seeking revenge for his betrayal. The narrative culminates in Maloney's tragic demise during a violent encounter with an old enemy, revealing the inescapable consequences of his past actions and choices. Through Maloney's story, Conan Doyle intricately examines themes of betrayal, survival, and the moral ambiguities of crime. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Short stories
Subject Detective and mystery stories
Category Text
EBook-No. 23059
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 24, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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