The Poisoner (1921) - Gerald Cumberland - Bog

The Poisoner is a mystery novel written by Gerald Cumberland and first published in 1921. The story revolves around the murder of a wealthy businessman named John Harmer, who is poisoned with arsenic. The prime suspect is his wife, who stands to inherit his fortune. However, there are several other characters with motives for the murder, including Harmer's business partner and his daughter's suitor. The plot is full of twists and turns as the investigation unfolds, with the detective, Inspector Wilson, trying to piece together the clues and identify the killer. The novel is set in London in the early 20th century, and the author captures the atmosphere and social mores of the time. The Poisoner is a classic whodunit that will keep readers guessing until the very end. The characters are well-drawn and the plot is intricately woven, with plenty of red herrings and false leads. The book is a must-read for fans of classic mystery novels and for anyone who enjoys a good puzzle.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.