Author |
Packard, Frank L. (Frank Lucius), 1877-1942 |
Title |
The Adventures of Jimmie Dale
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Note |
Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Credits |
Produced by Donald Lainson; David Widger
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Summary |
"The Adventures of Jimmie Dale" by Frank L. Packard is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story introduces Jimmie Dale, a wealthy gentleman and a graduate of Harvard, who also operates as the masked criminal known as the Gray Seal. The narrative begins by establishing Jimmie Dale's dual identity and hints at a captivating interplay of crime and moral complexity as Jimmie navigates the glamorous yet dangerous world of New York City. The opening of the book sets the stage for a tale steeped in intrigue and suspense. It begins with a dinner conversation between Jimmie Dale and a newspaper editor, Herman Carruthers, who is reminiscing about the notorious Gray Seal, a crook who mysteriously ceased to commit crimes over a year ago. As the plot unfolds, Jimmie receives an urgent letter from a woman linked to his past, prompting his return to a life of crime under the Gray Seal guise. The tension escalates with the revelation of a murder connected to the Gray Seal's name, forcing Jimmie to confront both the criminal underworld and the law as he seeks to clear his identity and unravel the mystery surrounding Metzer's death, all while showcasing his ingenuity and artistry in thievery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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Subject |
Fiction
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Subject |
Detective and mystery stories
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
1218 |
Release Date |
May 3, 2006 |
Most Recently Updated |
Jan 27, 2021 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads |
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