The Mysterious Burglar (1902)

By George Ethelbert Walsh

Book Overview

The Mysterious Burglar is a thrilling detective novel written by George Ethelbert Walsh and first published in 1902. The story follows the adventures of the detective, Mr. John Dene, as he tries to solve the case of a series of burglaries that have been plaguing the city.The novel begins with the daring theft of a valuable diamond necklace from the home of a wealthy socialite. The police are baffled by the crime, and it is not long before other similar thefts occur. As the number of burglaries increases, the public becomes increasingly alarmed and demands action from the police.Enter Mr. John Dene, a private detective who is renowned for his ability to solve even the most complex cases. Dene takes on the case and begins to investigate the burglaries, following a trail of clues that leads him to a mysterious and elusive criminal mastermind.As Dene delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of deceit and intrigue that involves a cast of colorful characters, including a beautiful and enigmatic woman, a shady businessman, and a cunning thief. With his sharp wit and keen intelligence, Dene navigates the twists and turns of the case, ultimately unraveling the mystery and bringing the culprit to justice.The Mysterious Burglar is a classic detective novel that is sure to delight fans of the genre. With its gripping plot, engaging characters, and clever twists, it is a must-read for anyone who enjoys a good mystery.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: 116720882X
• ISBN13: 9781167208829
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 0.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"