THE OLD STONE HOUSE AND OTHER STORIES
ANNA KATHARINE GREEN
Belletristik / Historische Kriminalromane
Beschreibung
"The Old Stone House and Other Stories" is a collection of short stories written by Anna Katharine Green, a prominent American author known for her detective fiction and mysteries. The collection was first published in 1891. Here's an overview of the stories included in "The Old Stone House and Other Stories":
"The Old Stone House":
The titular story revolves around an old stone house rumored to be haunted. When a group of friends decides to spend the night there, they experience strange and eerie occurrences that challenge their skepticism.
"A Memorable Night":
In this story, a man recounts the events of a memorable night spent at a country inn. A series of unexpected incidents leads to a shocking revelation about the inn's mysterious guest.
"The Lost Lady":
"The Lost Lady" follows the investigation of Detective Gryce as he seeks to uncover the identity of a mysterious woman who is found wandering the streets in a state of confusion.
"The Ruby and the Caldron":
This story centers around the theft of a valuable ruby and the efforts of Detective Gryce to apprehend the culprit. The investigation leads Gryce to a surprising discovery about the true nature of the crime.
"The Doctor, His Wife, and the Clock":
In "The Doctor, His Wife, and the Clock," a doctor's wife becomes convinced that her husband is trying to poison her. As she becomes increasingly paranoid, the true source of her fears is revealed.
"The Hermit of ------ Street":
This story explores the mysterious disappearance of a hermit who lived alone in a secluded house on ------ Street. Detective Gryce must unravel the secrets of the hermit's past to solve the case.
"The House of Clocks":
"The House of Clocks" follows the investigation of Detective Gryce as he tries to unravel the secrets of a house filled with clocks and uncover the truth behind a series of strange occurrences.
"The Hermit of ------ Street":
In this story, a young woman is haunted by the memory of a tragic accident that occurred on ------ Street. As she struggles to come to terms with the past, she uncovers shocking secrets about her own family.
"Cynthia's Wedding Gift":
"Cynthia's Wedding Gift" tells the story of a young bride who receives a mysterious gift on her wedding day. As she delves into the history of the gift, she uncovers a tale of love, betrayal, and redemption.
"The Strange Disappearance of Lady Delia":
The final story in the collection centers around the disappearance of Lady Delia, a wealthy heiress. Detective Gryce must unravel a complex web of deceit and intrigue to uncover the truth behind her vanishing.
These stories showcase Anna Katharine Green's talent for crafting suspenseful and engaging mysteries, with intricate plots, vivid characters, and unexpected twists and turns.
