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"The Gilded Chair: A Novel" by using Melville Davisson. Post is a gripping story set within the past due 19th century, with the American South as its backdrop. The plot revolves round Colonel Henry Daren, a rich plantation proprietor mentioned for his air of mystery and social strength. When Colonel Daren buys a mysterious vintage chair with exceptional gold carvings, he accidentally sets off a sequence of events a good way to exchange the route of his lifestyles and the lives of those round him. As tales spread about the chair's alleged curse, Colonel Daren turns into stuck in an internet of deception, betrayal, and murder. As the story progresses, secrets and techniques emerge, alliances are strained, and the total nature of the gilded chair's strength turns into clean. Post spins a tale of suspense and intrigue, transporting readers to a world in which money and electricity collide with shadowy forces hiding under the floor. "The Gilded Chair" is a compelling thriller that delves into subject matters of greed, ambition, and the outcomes of unrestrained choice. With its vividly painted characters and fascinating surroundings, Post tells a riveting story so as to hold readers thinking until the very give up.

This collection of short stories features the detective character Uncle Abner, a self-taught man of keen intellect and unshakable faith in God. Set in rural West Virginia, these tales offer a unique blend of mystery, morality, and regional flavor.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The Sleuth of St. James Street is a mystery novel written by Melville Davisson Post. The story is set in Victorian London and follows the adventures of a detective named Mr. Henry Marquis, who is known for his exceptional detective skills. Marquis is called upon to investigate a series of murders that have taken place in the city. The victims are all wealthy and influential members of society, and the killer seems to be targeting them for a specific reason. Marquis must use his intellect and resourcefulness to uncover the killer's identity and motive before more lives are lost. Along the way, he encounters a cast of intriguing characters, including a beautiful and mysterious woman who may hold the key to solving the case. The Sleuth of St. James Street is a thrilling and suspenseful novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.""It is the inspirational quality in these cases"" he said, ""that impresses me. It is very nearly absent in our modern methods of criminal investigation. We depend now on a certain formal routine. I rarely find a man in the whole of Scotland Yard with a trace of intuitive impulse to lead him . . . . Observe how this old justice in Virginia bridged the gaps between his incidents.""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.

Set in the backwoods of West Virginia during the late 1800s, this collection of short mysteries features the enigmatic Uncle Abner, a layman detective who uses his deep knowledge of human nature and insightful observations to solve crimes that confound local authorities. Post's writing provides a glimpse into rural America during a time of great cultural change and upheaval. Fans of classic detective fiction will enjoy the clever plot twists and engaging characters in this collection.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The Sleuth Of St. James Street is a collection of short stories written by Melville Davisson Post. The book features the character of Uncle Abner, a wise and insightful detective who solves crimes in the rural areas of West Virginia during the late 19th century. The stories are set in a time when the law was often ineffective and justice was sought through unconventional means. Uncle Abner is a deeply religious man who uses his knowledge of human nature and his faith to solve crimes that often involve complex moral dilemmas. The stories in the book are full of suspense, intrigue, and unexpected twists and turns. The Sleuth Of St. James Street is a classic work of detective fiction that has stood the test of time and continues to captivate readers with its clever plots and memorable characters.""It is the inspirational quality in these cases"" he said, ""that impresses me. It is very nearly absent in our modern methods of criminal investigation. We depend now on a certain formal routine. I rarely find a man in the whole of Scotland Yard with a trace of intuitive impulse to lead him . . . . Observe how this old justice in Virginia bridged the gaps between his incidents.""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.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This is a new release of the original 1926 edition.

The tales of Uncle Abner take place in what is now West Virginia, in the 1840's or 1850's. Melville Davisson Post (April 19, 1869 - June 23, 1930) was an American author, born in Harrison County, West Virginia.Although his name is not immediately familiar to those outside of specialist circles, many of his collections are still in print, and many collections of detective fiction include works by him. Post's best-known character is the mystery solving, justice dispensing West Virginian backwoodsman, Uncle Abner. The 22 Uncle Abner tales, written between 1911 and 1928, have been called some of "the finest mysteries ever written".[2] Post's other recurring characters include the lawyers Randolph Mason and Colonel Braxton, and the detectives Sir Henry Marquis and Monsieur Jonquelle. His total output was approximately 230 titles, including several non-crime novels. Early life and education: Post was born on 19 April 1869 in Harrison County, West Virginia, the son of Ira Carper Post, a wealthy farmer; his mother was Florence May (née Davisson). Post's family had settled in the Clarksburg, West Virginia area in the late 18th century, and Post earned a law degree from West Virginia University in 1892. Personal life: In 1903, he married Ann Bloomfield Gamble Schofield. Their only child (a son, Ira) died in infancy, after which Melville and Ann travelled in Europe. They later owned and managed a stable for polo ponies. Ann died of pneumonia in 1919. Death: Post, an avid horseman, died on June 23, 1930, after a fall from his horse, and was buried in Harrison County.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.

Melville Davisson Post (April 19, 1869 - June 23, 1930) was an American author, born in Harrison County, West Virginia.Although his name is not immediately familiar to those outside of specialist circles, many of his collections are still in print, and many collections of detective fiction include works by him. Post's best-known character is the mystery solving, justice dispensing West Virginian backwoodsman, Uncle Abner. The 22 Uncle Abner tales, written between 1911 and 1928, have been called some of "the finest mysteries ever written This work usually appears on lists of the ten most important books of detective stories published in the United States. The tales of Uncle Abner take place in what is now West Virginia, in the 1840's or 1850's. Melville Davisson Post (1869-1930) was a lawyer, political insider, and candidate for President of the United States (Democrat, 1924). He was one of the really great writers of the detective short story and is ranked in the same class as Edgar Allan Poe and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.

Melville Davisson Post (April 19, 1869 - June 23, 1930) was an American author, born in Harrison County, West Virginia. Although his name is not immediately familiar to those outside of specialist circles, many of his collections are still in print, and many collections of detective fiction include works by him. Post's best-known character is the mystery solving, justice dispensing West Virginian backwoodsman, Uncle Abner. The 22 Uncle Abner tales, written between 1911 and 1928, have been called some of "the finest mysteries ever written". Post's other recurring characters include the lawyers Randolph Mason and Colonel Braxton, and the detectives Sir Henry Marquis and Monsieur Jonquelle.

The Strange Schemes of Randolph Mason by Melville Davisson Post. This book is a reproduction of the original book published in 1896 and may have some imperfections such as marks or hand-written notes.

Melville Davisson Post (April 19, 1869 - June 23, 1930) was an American author, born in Harrison County, West Virginia.Although his name is not immediately familiar to those outside of specialist circles, many of his collections are still in print, and many collections of detective fiction include works by him. Post's best-known character is the mystery solving, justice dispensing West Virginian backwoodsman, Uncle Abner. The 22 Uncle Abner tales, written between 1911 and 1928, have been called some of "the finest mysteries ever written Post's other recurring characters include the lawyers Randolph Mason and Colonel Braxton, and the detectives Sir Henry Marquis and Monsieur Jonquelle. His total output was approximately 230 titles, including several non-crime novels

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.

IN this fin-de-sîècle time, society has grown liberal, it is said, and yet he who thrusts a lever under sage customs, or he who points out the vice of institutions long established, may deem himself happy if he be permitted to strip against the duellist rather than the mob. Even if one come new into the courts of the literati with a cloak dyed a different hue from his fellows, he will scarcely have passed the doorway ere the taunting challenge, "Do you fight, my lord?" The author, in a previous volume entitled The Strange Schemes of Randolph Mason, pointed out certain defects in the criminal law, and demonstrated how the skilful rogue could commit not a few of the higher crimes in such a manner as to render the law powerless to punish him.

A short novel first published in 1922 by the American writer best-known for his stories featuring the characters Uncle Abner and the lawyer Randolph Mason.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The head of the C.I.D. (Criminal Investigation Division) at Scotland Yard, Sir Henry Marquis is a man of some means and former head of the British Secret Service, who now holds several prestigious properties including his home is St James's Square... Marquis embraces the use of modern science to back up hard work and good police intuition, as he and his officers investigate the most complex of crimes.... A delightful set of of mysteries from an often overlooked master author of the Golden Age of detective fiction.

The Man Hunters is a thrilling novel by Melville Davisson Post. The story follows the adventures of two detectives, Randolph Mason and Dr. Hargrave, as they track down a notorious criminal named Jimmie Dale. Dale has managed to evade the law for years, but Mason and Hargrave are determined to bring him to justice.The novel is set in the early 20th century and takes place in various locations across America, from New York City to the wilds of Wyoming. Along the way, Mason and Hargrave encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a beautiful but dangerous femme fatale, a cunning lawyer, and a group of ruthless outlaws.As the detectives close in on Dale, they must use all their wits and resources to outsmart him and bring him to trial. The Man Hunters is a fast-paced and exciting read, full of suspense, action, and intrigue. It is a classic tale of crime and punishment, and a testament to the power of justice and the human spirit.1926. There is only one way to put down the present revolt of the underworld. The criminal must be apprehended and punished. Punishment swift and ruthless will wipe it out. But before the criminal can be punished, he must be determined. So writes the author of this work on scientific criminal investigation. Contents: Scotland Yard Method of Solving Criminal Mysteries; French Methods of Criminal Investigation; German Science of Crime Detection; Austrian Criminal Investigation; Details of Italian Criminal Procedure; Swiss Methods of Preserving Evidence; Old Russian Police System; Unsystematic American Methods; Methods of Professional Criminals; Bank Looting; Science the Forger; Bloodstains; Secret Ciphers; Codes and Signs of the Underworld; The Study of Footprints: The Bare Foot; and The Study of Footprints: The Shod Foot.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.