Memoirs Of A Great Detective: Incidents In The Life Of John Wilson Murray (1905)

By John Wilson Murray

Book Overview

Memoirs Of A Great Detective: Incidents In The Life Of John Wilson Murray is a book written by the titular detective himself, John Wilson Murray, and published in 1905. The book is a collection of stories and anecdotes from Murray's life as a detective, chronicling his adventures and cases from his early years as a police officer to his retirement.Murray's memoirs provide a fascinating insight into the world of crime-solving in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He recounts his experiences investigating a wide range of crimes, from theft and fraud to murder and espionage. Murray also shares his thoughts on the criminal mind and the techniques he used to catch his suspects.The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a particular case or aspect of Murray's life. Some of the most notable cases include the investigation into the theft of the Mona Lisa, the capture of a notorious bank robber, and the unraveling of a spy ring operating in London.Throughout the book, Murray's writing is engaging and lively, drawing the reader into his world of crime-solving and detective work. He also provides insights into the social and political context of the time, giving readers a glimpse into life in late Victorian and Edwardian England.Overall, Memoirs Of A Great Detective: Incidents In The Life Of John Wilson Murray is a captivating read for anyone interested in true crime, detective stories, or the history of law enforcement.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164947990
• ISBN13: 9781164947998
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 490 Pages
• Weight: 1.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"