Some Adventures of Mr. Surelock Keys by Herbert Beeman

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Creator Beeman, Herbert, 1868?-1931
Title Some Adventures of Mr. Surelock Keys
Note Reading ease score: 75.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents The adventure of the Steveston car -- The adventure of the irate house-holder -- The adventure of two and two -- The adventure of Theophilus Brown -- The adventure of the thirteen cabs -- The adventure of Mr. Santa Claus.
Credits Produced by Al Haines
Summary "Some Adventures of Mr. Surelock Keys" by Herbert Beeman is a collection of humorous detective stories written in the early 20th century. The book features the eccentric detective Mr. Surelock Keys, who takes on a series of whimsical cases alongside his companion. Its likely topic involves light-hearted mysteries set against a backdrop of comedic scenarios, all while emulating the classic detective genre popularized by Arthur Conan Doyle. Throughout the book, readers are introduced to a number of amusing cases that showcase Keys’ unique investigation techniques and quirky personality. The tales include the resolution of a mysterious car shooting incident, the perplexities faced by an irate householder disputing a water bill, and even the antics surrounding a Christmas wish from a small boy believing in Santa Claus. With a mix of clever deductions and humorous misunderstandings, the narratives highlight Keys' ability to unravel seemingly trivial mysteries, often leading to unexpected yet amusing conclusions. The playful tone combined with engaging storylines offers an enjoyable read for those who appreciate light-hearted detective fiction. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Fiction
Subject Detective and mystery stories
Subject Humorous stories, Canadian
Subject Doyle, Arthur Conan, 1859-1930 -- Parodies, imitations, etc.
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EBook-No. 47368
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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