The Clue Of The Primrose Petal (1921)

By Harvey Wickham

Book Overview

The Clue Of The Primrose Petal is a mystery novel written by Harvey Wickham and published in 1921. The story revolves around the disappearance of a valuable primrose petal from the collection of a wealthy collector, Mr. John Bedford. The petal is believed to be cursed and whoever possesses it is said to meet with misfortune. The investigation is led by Detective Inspector Vane of Scotland Yard, who is aided by his friend, journalist Anthony Gethryn. The suspects include Mr. Bedford's secretary, his nephew, his niece, and his butler. As the investigation progresses, more clues are uncovered, leading to a dramatic conclusion. The novel is known for its intricate plot and well-drawn characters. It is considered a classic of the Golden Age of detective fiction.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: 1165112590
• ISBN13: 9781165112593
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"