Tictocq The Great French Detective In Austin (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162714004)

Tictocq The Great French Detective In Austin is a mystery novel written by O. Henry. The story follows the adventures of Tictocq, a brilliant French detective who travels to Austin, Texas, to solve a series of crimes. Tictocq is a master of disguise and deduction, and he uses his skills to uncover the secrets of the city's criminal underworld.As Tictocq investigates the crimes, he encounters a cast of colorful characters, including a beautiful young woman, a corrupt politician, and a gang of ruthless thieves. Along the way, he must navigate the treacherous waters of Austin's social scene and confront his own personal demons.The novel is set in the late 19th century and captures the spirit of the era with its vivid descriptions of the city's architecture, culture, and people. It is a fast-paced, thrilling read that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.Overall, Tictocq The Great French Detective In Austin is a classic mystery novel that is sure to delight fans of the genre. With its engaging plot, memorable characters, and rich historical setting, it is a must-read for anyone who loves a good detective story.""I then began to think. I reasoned. No man, said I, would carry a Populist's socks in his pocket without wrapping them up. He would not want to do so in the hotel. He would want a paper. Where would he get one? At the Statesman office, of course. I went there. A young man with his hair combed down on his forehead sat behind the desk. I knew he was writing society items, for a young lady's slipper, a piece of cake, a fan, a half emptied bottle of cocktail, a bunch of roses, and a police whistle lay on the desk before him.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: O. Henry
ISBN-10: 116271400X
ISBN-13: 9781162714004
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 22
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.13lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.05d