The case of Miss Elliott by Baroness Emmuska Orczy Orczy
"The Case of Miss Elliott" by Baroness Emmuska Orczy is a detective novel written in the early 20th century. This intriguing tale revolves around the mysterious death of Miss Elliott, a beloved matron at a convalescent home, who is found dead under suspicious circumstances, stirring public and professional interest. The story hints at numerous characters, including a man in the corner who seems to possess insightful knowledge regarding the case, as well
as individuals entangled in potential motives and the unfolding drama of the investigation. At the start of the book, the narrative introduces us to a conversation between an inquisitive observer and a knowledgeable figure, referred to as "the man in the corner." He discusses the tragic case of Miss Elliott, whose death is classified as a potential murder or suicide, raising questions about her life, professional struggles at the convalescent home, and the complex relationships she had with her colleagues. As the man shares details about the inquest and the various characters involved — including Dr. Stapylton and Dr. Kinnaird — the reader is led to consider the financial misconduct hinted at within the home and the emotional tensions that may have played a role in Miss Elliott's demise. This opening portion adeptly sets the stage for a complex mystery filled with suspense and intrigue, drawing the reader into a world of secrets and investigations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Orczy, Emmuska Orczy, Baroness, 1865-1947 |
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| Illustrator | Brock, H. M. (Henry Matthew), 1875-1960 |
| Title | The case of Miss Elliott |
| Original Publication | United Kingdom: Greening & Co., Ltd., 1909. |
| Note | Wikipedia page on this work: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Case_of_Miss_Elliott |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | The case of Miss Elliott -- The hocussing of Cigarette -- The tragedy in Dartmoor Terrace -- Who stole the black diamonds? -- The murder of Miss Pebmarsh -- The Lisson Grove mystery -- The Tremarn case -- The fate of the Artemis -- The disappearance of Count Collini -- The Ayrsham mystery -- The affair at the novelty theatre -- The tragedy of Barnsdale Manor. |
| Credits | Brian Raiter |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Detective and mystery stories, English |
| Subject | English fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 75461 |
| Release Date | Feb 25, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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