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Percival Bland's Proxy

Austin Freeman, R.

Paperback

Mystery & Thriller

ISBN10: 937536982X
ISBN13: 9789375369820
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Jun 9 2026
Pages: 24
Weight: 0.10
Height: 0.06 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A chill mist hangs over the English countryside as a sudden death shatters the quiet order of rural life, drawing suspicion and unease into every shadowed lane and drawing room. In this golden age mystery, the tranquil façade of a close-knit village conceals a web of secrets, where intellect and motive collide in a murder investigation story that is as much about psychology as it is about clues. The narrative unfolds with the precision and elegance that defined early twentieth century British detective novels, inviting readers into a world where every conversation may conceal a motive and every alibi must be tested by reason. The amateur sleuth at the heart of this whodunit book is no mere bystander; his keen mind and subtle observations illuminate the dark corners of human nature, offering a reading experience both intellectually stimulating and richly atmospheric. This is vintage British mystery at its most refined, balancing the suspense of classic crime fiction with the thoughtful pacing and intricate plotting that have made such stories enduringly relevant. The English countryside setting, rendered with understated detail, becomes a character in its own right-evoking both pastoral beauty and the lurking tensions beneath the surface. For those who appreciate the traditions of intellectual detective fiction, this work stands as a testament to the genre's enduring appeal, offering both the pleasure of deduction and the quiet thrill of uncovering truth hidden in plain sight. 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, inviting both devoted readers and collectors to rediscover an essential work from the golden age of British mystery.

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