Post Mortem (1881)

By Arthur Montagu Brookfield

Book Overview

Post Mortem is a novel written by Arthur Montagu Brookfield and published in 1881. The book is a mystery thriller that follows the story of a young doctor named John Thorndyke who is tasked with investigating the death of a wealthy man named Henry Courtenay.Thorndyke is a highly skilled and intelligent doctor who is determined to uncover the truth behind Courtenay's death. He begins his investigation by examining the body and conducting a thorough autopsy. As he delves deeper into the case, he discovers a number of suspicious circumstances surrounding Courtenay's death, including evidence of foul play and a possible motive.As Thorndyke continues his investigation, he encounters a number of interesting and complex characters, including Courtenay's family members and business associates. He also faces several challenges and obstacles along the way, including attempts to discredit his work and sabotage his investigation.Throughout the book, Brookfield masterfully weaves together a gripping tale of mystery and intrigue, keeping readers on the edge of their seats as they follow Thorndyke's investigation and try to piece together the clues to solve the case. With its engaging characters, intricate plot, and clever twists and turns, Post Mortem is a classic mystery thriller that is sure to captivate readers of all ages.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: 1166957144
• ISBN13: 9781166957148
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 152 Pages
• Weight: 0.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"