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The Bust of Lincoln

The Bust of Lincoln

Paperback

Mystery & ThrillerLiterary Fiction

ISBN10: 9374595699
ISBN13: 9789374595695
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: May 5 2026
Pages: 24
Weight: 0.10
Height: 0.06 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A solitary bust glimmers in the dim light of a private study, its silent gaze presiding over a room thick with secrets and suspicion. Shadows lengthen as a mysterious crime unsettles the household, drawing every glance and whispered word into a tightening web of psychological suspense. Set against the backdrop of early twentieth century America, this finely wrought mystery short story immerses readers in an atmosphere where every detail matters and trust is a luxury few can afford. The narrative unfolds with the taut precision of vintage crime fiction, inviting those who relish a whodunit mystery to question every motive and alibi. As the plot deepens, the boundaries between guilt and innocence blur, revealing the subtle intricacies of human nature and the dark corners of the mind. With deft control, the story captures the spirit of American literature's golden age of detective fiction, offering a suspenseful narrative that lingers long after the final page. The interplay of character and circumstance evokes the best of classic mystery, where tension is built not by spectacle but by the slow revelation of hidden truths. For admirers of literary suspense and collectors of early twentieth century fiction, this work stands out for its elegant prose and its ability to evoke an era when every clue was hard-won and every revelation hard-earned. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure. Whether approached as a vintage crime story or a masterful example of psychological suspense, it remains a testament to the enduring appeal of the whodunit and the enduring intrigue of secrets kept in the shadows.

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