The Secret House by Edgar Wallace
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About this eBook
| Author | Wallace, Edgar, 1875-1932 |
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| Title | The Secret House |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Secret House" by Edgar Wallace is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a mysterious office building known as Cainbury House, which harbors various tenants and secrets. It introduces the central character, Poltavo, a foreigner who seeks employment with a veiled editor named Mr. Brown. Their dealings lead Poltavo into a web of scandal, blackmail, and intrigue tied to the upper classes of society. The opening of the narrative sets the stage as Poltavo navigates his way into Mr. Brown's office, where he learns about his new role managing a gossip column directed at servants. Initially portrayed as a man on the fringes of society, Poltavo quickly reveals his cunning and ambition. The plot thickens when he encounters a woman seeking to confront blackmail tied to her social status, a sign of the kind of perilous situations he may face in his new employment. This intriguing beginning signals a blend of social commentary, suspense, and the exploration of morality, making it a compelling read for fans of early detective and mystery literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Detective and mystery stories, English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 26176 |
| Release Date | Aug 3, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 136 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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