The Lost Parchment: A Detective Story (1914)

By Fergus Hume

Book Overview

The Lost Parchment: A Detective Story is a novel written by Fergus Hume in 1914. The book follows the story of a young detective named Jack Tarling, who is tasked with investigating the mysterious disappearance of a valuable parchment. The parchment is said to contain a secret that could change the course of history, making it a highly sought-after item.As Jack delves deeper into the case, he discovers a web of deceit and betrayal that leads him to suspect everyone around him. His investigation takes him from the streets of London to the countryside, as he follows a trail of clues that eventually lead him to the truth.The Lost Parchment is a classic detective story that is full of suspense and intrigue. Hume's writing style is engaging and keeps the reader hooked until the very end. The novel is a must-read for fans of mystery and detective fiction, and is a great introduction to the works of Fergus Hume.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: 116511223X
• ISBN13: 9781165112234
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 322 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"