| Author |
Sayers, Dorothy L. (Dorothy Leigh), 1893-1957 |
| Title |
Lord Peter views the body
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| Original Publication |
London: Victor Gollancz Limited, 1928, pubdate 1949.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 83.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Contents |
The abominable history of the man with copper fingers -- The entertaining episode of the article in question -- The fascinating problem of Uncle Meleager's will -- The fantastic horror of the cat in the bag -- The unprincipled affair of the practical joker -- The undignified melodrama of the bone of contention -- The vindictive story of the footsteps that ran -- The bibulous business of a matter of taste -- The learned adventure of the dragon's head -- The piscatorial farce of the stolen stomach -- The unsolved puzzle of the man with no face -- The adventurous exploit of the cave of Ali Baba.
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| Credits |
Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Lord Peter Views the Body" by Dorothy L. Sayers is a detective novel written in the late 1920s. The story features Lord Peter Wimsey, an amateur sleuth from the British aristocracy, who navigates the complexities of murder and intrigue. The novel delves into a peculiar murder case interlaced with themes of art and the macabre, spotlighting Wimsey's unique investigative technique as he uncovers hidden truths surrounding the crime. At the start of the book, the scene is set in The Egotists' Club, where a gathering of literary and artistic minds recounts curious anecdotes. The conversation takes a darker turn when Varden, a guest, shares a chilling story from his past involving the mysterious artist Eric P. Loder and a shocking discovery in Loder's home. The narrative unfolds with Varden's recollection of a strange encounter that leaves him questioning the nature of reality and morality, hinting at grave implications tied to Loder's eccentricity, including the suggestion of foul play. This opening effectively establishes the blend of wit, dark humor, and suspense that characterizes Sayers' work, pulling readers into a world where casual anecdotes can lead to deadly revelations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Private investigators -- England -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Detective and mystery stories
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| Subject |
Wimsey, Peter, Lord (Fictitious character), 1890- -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
73295 |
| Release Date |
Mar 30, 2024 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jul 21, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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