| Author |
Berkeley, Anthony, 1893-1971 |
| Title |
The amateur crime
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| Original Publication |
Garden City, NY: Doubleday, Doran & Company, Inc., 1928.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 75.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Brian Raiter
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| Summary |
"The Amateur Crime" by Anthony Berkeley is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story introduces Mr. Matthew Priestley, a rather unadventurous man who is drawn into a convoluted situation involving a young woman named Miss Spettigue, who seeks his help for an illegal burglary. This is a comedic murder mystery that hints at themes of identity and deception interwoven with the complexities of human relationships. The opening portion of the book sets up Priestley's life as a rather dull and routine bachelor, contrasted by the lively character of his friend who encourages him to seek adventures. After a series of humorous interactions about his mundane existence, the narrative shifts as the character of Miss Spettigue enters, throwing Priestley into a chaotic yet thrilling scenario. He unwittingly finds himself posing as a burglar, embarking on a caper that devolves into a series of misunderstandings. The plot thickens dramatically when what was supposed to be a harmless endeavor turns deadly, revealing twists and layers of deception. This opening establishes a mix of light-hearted comedy and impending danger, inviting readers to follow along as Mr. Priestley stumbles down a path he least expected. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Humorous stories
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| Subject |
Detective and mystery stories
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
72675 |
| Release Date |
Jan 10, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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