The Case of the Registered Letter by Auguste Groner
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"The Case of the Registered Letter" by Auguste Groner is a work of crime fiction written in the early 20th century. The book follows the story of Joseph Muller, a secret service detective in the Imperial Austrian police, as he investigates the murder of John Siders, a man who has been found dead under suspicious circumstances. The narrative explores themes of innocence, justice, and the complexities of human relationships, particularly against the
backdrop of a wrongful accusation. The plot centers around Albert Graumann, who is accused of murdering Siders, with evidence against him appearing compelling at first glance. However, his devoted aunt believes he is innocent and seeks help from Detective Muller. As Muller delves into the case, he uncovers layers of deception, revealing that Siders may have orchestrated his own death to frame Graumann—a complex revenge rooted in past grievances. The story unfolds as Muller gathers information, leading to the discovery of a critical letter that ultimately clarifies the true events surrounding Siders' death, exonerating Graumann and revealing deeper insights about the motivations of those involved. The book not only provides a gripping mystery but also raises questions about morality, justice, and the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Groner, Auguste, 1850-1929 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Colbron, Grace Isabel, 1869-1943 |
| Title | The Case of the Registered Letter |
| Note | In Joe Muller: Detective, Being the Account of Some Adventures in the Professional Experience of a Member of the Imperial Austrian Police |
| Credits | Produced by An Anonymous Project Gutenberg Volunteer, and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Subject | Detective and mystery stories |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 1833 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 1999 |
| Last Update | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 407 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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