The Goat's Hoof

By Algernon Crofton

Book Overview

The Goat's Hoof is a mystery novel written by Algernon Crofton. The story revolves around the murder of a wealthy businessman, Mr. Johnstone, who is found dead in his country estate with a goat's hoof mark on his forehead. The main character, Detective Inspector Manton, is called to investigate the case and soon discovers a web of deceit and betrayal among the suspects, including Johnstone's business partners, family members, and staff.As Manton delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a range of potential motives for the murder, from financial gain to revenge. Along the way, he faces numerous obstacles and setbacks, including false leads, red herrings, and unexpected twists and turns.The Goat's Hoof is a classic whodunit that will keep readers guessing until the very end. Crofton's writing is engaging and suspenseful, with well-developed characters and a vivid sense of place. The novel offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of British high society in the early 20th century and explores themes of greed, jealousy, and the corrupting influence of wealth and power. Overall, The Goat's Hoof is a must-read for fans of classic crime fiction and anyone who loves a good mystery.1928. A collection of witty and instructive tales of love and the relationships between women and men. Contents: Penelope the Innocent; Lavina Who Hunts Men; Women are Like Bits of Music; Penelope Awaits the Invader; Home Has Its Attractions; Penelope�������s Riddle Solved; This Is the End; A School for Would-Be Husbands; Wifehood Does Not Require Brains; The Rosebud or the Rose? The Ten Lies of Matrimony; A Pillar of Fire by Night; Who Hunts Elephants in a Nursery?; Love�������s Sad October; Secrets That Are Poisons; The Beauty of Memory; A Lady�������s Past; Straight Lines May Be Curves; The Myth of a Woman�������s Virtue; The Boundaries of the Cyprian Sisterhood; Can One Love for a Day? The King is Dead Long Live the King 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: 1162770961
• ISBN13: 9781162770963
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 246 Pages
• Weight: 0.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"