Oscar the Detective; Or, Dudie Dunne, The Exquisite Detective by Old Sleuth
"OSCAR THE DETECTIVE; OR, DUDIE DUNNE, THE EXQUISITE DETECTIVE" by Old Sleuth is a detective novel written in the mid-19th century. The story revolves around the main character, Dudie Dunne, a seemingly effeminate and gentle young man with hidden skills, as he navigates a series of dangerous encounters while uncovering criminal activities in New York. His adventures begin with a humorous incident involving a group of boys who mock him before leading
to more serious dealings with thieves and criminals. At the start of the narrative, Dudie Dunne finds himself the target of a gang of rough boys who attempt to rob him, showcasing both his vulnerability and the light-hearted tone of the story. However, as the plot unfolds, it becomes clear that Dunne is far more capable than he appears. His mission takes a dramatic turn when he confronts criminals at a bar, leads to an intricate game of deception and theft, and ultimately plunges him into a web of intrigue involving hired thieves and hidden identities. As the tale progresses, it becomes evident that Dunne is not only adept at outsmarting petty criminals but also has a formidable side that hints at greater confrontations to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Old Sleuth, 1839?-1898 |
|---|---|
| Title | Oscar the Detective; Or, Dudie Dunne, The Exquisite Detective |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Steven desJardins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Detective and mystery stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 19335 |
| Release Date | Sep 19, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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