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Title: A Point of Testimony
Original Publication: United States: The Ridgway Company,1911.
Note: Reading ease score: 73.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Roger Frank and Sue Clark
Summary: "A Point of Testimony" by Carolyn Wells is a crime fiction novel published in the early 20th century. The book revolves around the witty and humorous detective Bert Bayliss, who is summoned to investigate a murder in an affluent household. Set against the backdrop of a well-to-do society, the story provides a thrilling look at a web of suspects intertwined with motives related to inheritance and intrigue. The plot begins with the murder of Richard Hemmingway, a well-known financier, who has been strangled in his library. With a myriad of suspects, including family members and staff, Bayliss navigates through their testimonies and hidden motives. A key element emerges when evidence points to George Fiske, Hemmingway’s secretary, as the likely murderer. However, through clever deductions, Bayliss uncovers the truth: Fiske had staged the crime to cover his own machinations regarding a large sum of missing securities. Ultimately, the combination of humor and keen observation leads to a surprising revelation and the resolution of the case, showcasing Bayliss's unique approach to detective work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Wells, Carolyn, 1862-1942
EBook No.: 66601
Published: Oct 23, 2021
Downloads: 98
Language: English
Subject: Short stories
Subject: Detective and mystery stories
Subject: Murder -- Investigation -- Fiction
Subject: Detectives -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: A Point of Testimony
Original Publication: United States: The Ridgway Company,1911.
Note: Reading ease score: 73.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Roger Frank and Sue Clark
Summary: "A Point of Testimony" by Carolyn Wells is a crime fiction novel published in the early 20th century. The book revolves around the witty and humorous detective Bert Bayliss, who is summoned to investigate a murder in an affluent household. Set against the backdrop of a well-to-do society, the story provides a thrilling look at a web of suspects intertwined with motives related to inheritance and intrigue. The plot begins with the murder of Richard Hemmingway, a well-known financier, who has been strangled in his library. With a myriad of suspects, including family members and staff, Bayliss navigates through their testimonies and hidden motives. A key element emerges when evidence points to George Fiske, Hemmingway’s secretary, as the likely murderer. However, through clever deductions, Bayliss uncovers the truth: Fiske had staged the crime to cover his own machinations regarding a large sum of missing securities. Ultimately, the combination of humor and keen observation leads to a surprising revelation and the resolution of the case, showcasing Bayliss's unique approach to detective work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Wells, Carolyn, 1862-1942
EBook No.: 66601
Published: Oct 23, 2021
Downloads: 98
Language: English
Subject: Short stories
Subject: Detective and mystery stories
Subject: Murder -- Investigation -- Fiction
Subject: Detectives -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.