| Author |
Biggers, Earl Derr, 1884-1933 |
| Title |
The Agony Column
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 81.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by An Anonymous Project Gutenberg Volunteer, and David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Agony Column" by Earl Derr Biggers is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of pre-World War I London, the story follows Geoffrey West, an American expatriate, who becomes captivated by the personal messages found in the "Agony Column" of the Daily Mail. The messages range from comical to tragic, reflecting the intricate tapestry of human emotions, while West finds himself particularly drawn to the notices after encountering a mysterious and beautiful young woman at a hotel. At the start of the story, Geoffrey West grapples with the oppressive heat of the London summer as he enjoys a breakfast of strawberries while perusing the Agony Column. His routine is interrupted when he notices a captivating young woman dining nearby, which stirs his imagination. The narrative unfolds with West's foray into romance and mystery, sparked by his growing fascination with the young lady, who soon becomes entangled in a murder investigation that pivots on a series of personal ads. Intrigue deepens as circumstances and personal connections unravel, leading to questions of loyalty, crime, and unexpected twists linking several characters through their relationship to the deceased Captain Fraser-Freer. The opening portion effectively sets the stage for a blend of romantic allure and suspenseful mystery surrounding the fate of the characters entangled in this intriguing case. (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 |
Detective and mystery stories
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| Subject |
London (England) -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Courtship -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Americans -- England -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
1814 |
| Release Date |
Jul 1, 1999 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 22, 2018 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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