The Sturgis Wager: A Detective Story (1899)

by Edgar Morette

Book Overview

The Sturgis Wager: A Detective Story is a novel written by Edgar Morette and first published in 1899. The book is a classic detective story that follows the investigation of a murder case by the protagonist, detective Sturgis. The story is set in the late 19th century and takes place in London, England. The plot revolves around a wealthy businessman named John Harrington, who is found murdered in his office. The police suspect his business partner, Charles Lester, of the crime, but Sturgis is not convinced. He believes that there is more to the case than meets the eye and sets out to uncover the truth. As Sturgis delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of deceit and conspiracy involving Harrington's family and business associates. He also discovers that there are several people who had motives for wanting Harrington dead. The Sturgis Wager is a gripping tale of mystery and suspense that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. It is a well-crafted detective story that features a complex plot, intriguing characters, and unexpected twists and turns. Overall, it is a must-read for fans of classic detective fiction.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: 1165680289
• ISBN13: 9781165680283
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"