The Sleuth of St. James's Square

by Melville Davisson Post

Overview

Enter the world of early 20th-century crime with Melville Davisson Post's "The Sleuth of St. James's Square," a compelling collection of detective fiction short stories. Steeped in historical detail, these mysteries offer a glimpse into a bygone era of American literature. Post masterfully crafts suspenseful narratives that will captivate fans of classic mystery and detective stories.

"The Sleuth of St. James's Square" presents a series of intriguing cases, showcasing the author's talent for weaving together historical elements and gripping crime narratives. This meticulously prepared edition ensures that the timeless appeal of these stories endures. Perfect for readers who appreciate finely crafted prose and engaging mysteries, this collection promises hours of captivating reading. Discover why Melville Davisson Post remains a celebrated name in American fiction.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781023097468
Publisher:	Anson Street Press
Publication date:	03/28/2025
Pages:	180
Product dimensions:	6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.38(d)

About the Author

Melville Davisson Post (1869 - 1930) was an American author, born in Harrison County, West Virginia.[1] Although his name is not immediately familiar to those outside of specialist circles, many of his collections are still in print and many collections of detective fiction include works by him. Post's best-known character is the mystery solving, justice dispensing West Virginian backwoodsman, Uncle Abner. The 22 Uncle Abner tales, written between 1911 and 1928, have been called some of "the finest mysteries ever written". Post's other recurring characters include the lawyers Randolph Mason and Colonel Braxton, and the detectives Sir Henry Marquis and Monsieur Jonquelle. His total output was approximately 230 titles, including several non-crime novels.