The Mystery Of Murray Davenport (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781419175022)

The Mystery Of Murray Davenport is a gripping novel by Robert Neilson Stephens that tells the story of a wealthy and eccentric man named Murray Davenport, who disappears under mysterious circumstances. The novel is set in the late 19th century and is filled with intrigue, suspense, and unexpected twists and turns.The story begins with the disappearance of Murray Davenport, who is known for his extravagant lifestyle and his love for the finer things in life. His family and friends are left baffled by his sudden disappearance, and they begin to investigate what could have happened to him.As the investigation unfolds, the reader is taken on a journey through the lives of the people who knew Murray Davenport best, including his family, his friends, and his business associates. The characters are complex and well-developed, and the story is filled with unexpected surprises and revelations.As the investigation continues, the reader is drawn deeper into the mystery of Murray Davenport's disappearance, and the tension builds to a dramatic climax. The novel is a masterful blend of mystery, suspense, and drama, and it will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.Overall, The Mystery Of Murray Davenport is a thrilling and engaging novel that will appeal to anyone who loves a good mystery. It is a must-read for fans of classic detective stories and historical fiction.Stephens' only modern detective yarn, one of the earliest such tales to incorporate the theme of plastic surgery to change identities. There was some years later a dramatization of this work written by Vincent Starrett, who wrote the play version at the request of the author's widow.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: Robert Neilson Stephens
ISBN-10: 1419175025
ISBN-13: 9781419175022
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/17/2004
Pages: 172
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.72lbs
Size: 9.26h x 7.64w x 0.42d