The Dorrington Deed-Box by Arthur Morrison

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Author Morrison, Arthur, 1863-1945
Illustrator Wood, Stanley L., 1866-1928
Title The Dorrington Deed-Box
Note Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Contents The narrative of Mr. James Rigby -- The case of Janissary -- The case of the "Mirror of Portugal" -- The affair of the "Avalanche Bicycle and Tyre Co., Limited" -- The case of Mr. Loftus Deacon -- Old Cater's money.
Summary "The Dorrington Deed-Box" by Arthur Morrison is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book unfolds through the narrative of Mr. James Rigby, who returns to England from Australia and finds himself entangled in a web of crime and intrigue linked to his father's mysterious murder years earlier. As he settles back into life in England, he is confronted by unsettling events that suggest that the past may not be as far behind him as he thought. The opening of the novel introduces Mr. James Rigby, who recounts his family's history, particularly the tragic story of his father's murder linked to the Camorra crime syndicate. Rigby reflects on his isolated upbringing in Australia and his recent decision to move to England to pursue his passion for art. However, upon returning, he becomes acutely aware of being followed—a sensation that evokes memories of his father's grim fate. As he attempts to escape this haunting realization, he encounters Horace Dorrington, a charismatic man who offers friendship, but whose true intentions remain ambiguous, adding layers to the tension as the story unfolds. The beginning sets a captivating tone of mystery and foreboding, suggesting that Rigby’s quest for personal reinvention may soon intersect with the dangers of his heritage. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Detective and mystery stories, English
Subject Private investigators -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 53341
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Mar 29, 2017
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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