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Morrison, Arthur
1863
1945
Martin Hewitt, Investigator
The Lenton Croft robberies -- The loss of Sammy Crockett -- The case of Mr. Foggatt -- The case of the Dixon torpedo -- The Quinton jewel affair -- The Stanway cameo mystery -- The affair of the tortoise.
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"Martin Hewitt, Investigator" by Arthur Morrison is a collection of detective stories written in the late 19th century. The stories revolve around Martin Hewitt, a clever private detective known for his keen observational skills and extraordinary faculties, as he tackles various cases ranging from robberies to more complex crimes. The opening narrative introduces us to Hewitt's character and the peculiar circumstances surrounding a series of robberies at a country estate, setting the tone for his investigative adventures. The opening of the book begins with a recounting of a notorious robbery case involving a series of thefts that have taken place at Lenton Croft. We meet Sir James Norris, the owner of the estate, who is desperate to solve the mysterious incidents where valuable jewelry has been stolen under seemingly impossible circumstances, leaving behind only a spent match as a clue. As Hewitt is summoned to investigate, he quickly establishes a comprehensive understanding of the events leading up to the thefts, questioning Sir James about each incident. This chapter sets up an intriguing premise, demonstrating the methodical approach Hewitt takes as he begins to unravel the threads of the case, further entrenching readers in the mysteries that await in this detective series. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 80.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Private investigators -- England -- Fiction
Detective and mystery stories, English
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Detective Fiction
Category: Short Stories
Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
Category: British Literature
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