Author |
Reeve, Arthur B. (Arthur Benjamin), 1880-1936 |
Title |
The Ear in the Wall
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Note |
Reading ease score: 80.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Credits |
Produced by Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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Summary |
"The Ear in the Wall" by Arthur B. Reeve is a detective novel written during the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the mysterious disappearance of a young woman named Betty Blackwell, whose case intertwines with political corruption and societal issues prevalent in the era. The protagonist, Craig Kennedy, a scientist and detective, partners with District Attorney Carton to unravel the case, which promises surprising revelations, particularly as it sheds light on the darker aspects of urban life. The opening of "The Ear in the Wall" introduces the complex world of crime and intrigue that permeates the city, setting the stage with District Attorney Carton discussing the baffling case of Betty Blackwell, who vanished without a trace while shopping. The chapter begins with Carton's visit to Kennedy's residence to seek his help, hinting at the intertwining of Betty's disappearance with a larger investigation into vice and graft that Carton is conducting. As they delve deeper into the case, readers encounter various themes such as the challenges faced by women in society, the struggle for reform against corruption, and the psychological elements of memory loss that complicate their pursuit of the truth. The adventure unfolds as Kennedy commits to finding Blackwell, engaging the reader with a blend of homage to social issues and thrilling detective work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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Subject |
New York (N.Y.) -- Fiction
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Subject |
Detective and mystery stories
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Subject |
Chemistry teachers -- Fiction
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Subject |
Kennedy, Craig (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
5150 |
Release Date |
Feb 1, 2004 |
Most Recently Updated |
Sep 15, 2012 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads |
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