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Mary Roberts Rinehart (1876-1958) was an American writer, often called the American Agatha Christie, although her first mystery novel was published 14 years before Christie's. She is considered the source of the phrase "The butler did it", although she did not actually use the... Read Full Overview

In "A Poor Wise Man," Mary Roberts Rinehart deftly combines elements of mystery, social commentary, and human psychology within a richly woven narrative. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century America, the novel explores themes of class disparity and the quest for dignity... Read Full Overview

Mary Roberts Rinehart often called the American Agatha Christie, although her first mystery novel was published 14 years before Christie's first novel in 1922. Rinehart is considered to be the source of the phrase "The butler did it" from the novel "The Door", although not mentioned... Read Full Overview

Set amid the political strife following World War I, this involved and sometimes tedious saga centers on Lily Cardew, a rather stupidly romantic young woman rebelling against the strictures of her life as the granddaughter of an autocratic and conservative steel magnate. Home... Read Full Overview

In "A Poor Wise Man," Mary Roberts Rinehart masterfully interweaves elements of mystery and character-driven narrative to explore profound themes of social class and morality. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century America, the novel introduces readers to a cast of vividly... Read Full Overview

Like the best of Mary Roberts Rinehart's novels, A Poor Wise Man combines a number of literary elements-romance, intrigue, and mystery-which unfold against the backdrop of war and political unrest. Fans of historical romance and classic mystery will enjoy this read.

Set during the tumultuous period of World War I and the social unrest that followed, this novel blends romance, political intrigue, and social commentary. It follows Lily Cardew, a privileged young woman, as she becomes entangled in a love triangle and navigates the conflicting... Read Full Overview

A Poor Wise Man is a novel set in early 18th century America, after World War I and shortly after the Bolshevik Revolution in Russia, capturing a transformative period in history and the social dynamics that emerge in its wake. It is a captivating romance story in which William... Read Full Overview

In Mary Roberts Rinehart's compelling novel, "A Poor Wise Man," mystery unfolds in a seemingly tranquil small town. This classic of detective fiction masterfully blends suspense and literary depth, offering a captivating reading experience. Rinehart, a celebrated author of... Read Full Overview

About the Book- Mary Roberts Rinehart (August 12, 1876 - September 22, 1958) was an American writer, often called the American Agatha Christie, although her first mystery novel was published 14 years before Christie's.She is considered the source of the phrase "The butler did... Read Full Overview