The Man In The Dark (1921) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781167290442)

The Man In The Dark is a mystery novel written by Albert Payson Terhune and published in 1921. The story revolves around a wealthy businessman named John Lester, who is found dead in his study with a bullet wound to the head. The police investigate the case and suspect his wife, Helen, and her lover, a young artist named Rupert Steele. However, the real culprit is a mysterious man who has been lurking in the shadows and observing the family's every move.The novel is set in the early 20th century and explores themes such as jealousy, greed, and betrayal. It is a classic whodunit that keeps the reader guessing until the very end. The characters are well-developed and the plot twists are unexpected, making for an engaging and suspenseful read.Overall, The Man In The Dark is a well-written mystery novel that will appeal to fans of the genre. It is a timeless classic that has stood the test of time and continues to captivate readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Albert Payson Terhune
ISBN-10: 1167290445
ISBN-13: 9781167290442
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 322
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.41lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d