Poison in a Garden Suburb

Poison in a Garden Suburb

G. D. H. Cole

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Tradd Street Press
Año de edición:
2026
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Género policíaco y de misterio
ISBN:
9781025916378
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'Poison in a Garden Suburb' is a compelling work of Golden Age detective fiction that plunges readers into the seemingly tranquil yet treacherous atmosphere of a modern residential development. When a sudden and suspicious death occurs in the quiet garden suburb of Medlow, the local authorities are baffled by the lack of obvious motive and the suburban veneer of respectability that masks deep-seated resentments. Enter the astute Superintendent Wilson, who must navigate a maze of local gossip, domestic secrets, and scientific evidence to uncover the truth.The novel masterfully captures the social dynamics of early 20th-century English life, highlighting the tensions inherent in planned communities and the darker side of middle-class aspirations. As Wilson meticulously pieces together the movements of the suspects, the narrative explores themes of jealousy, reputation, and the cold calculation behind a lethal dose of poison. Known for its intellectual rigor and detailed characterizations, 'Poison in a Garden Suburb' remains a classic example of the British whodunit, offering a sophisticated puzzle that challenges even the most seasoned mystery enthusiasts.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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.

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