The Doctor, his Wife, and the Clock by Anna Katharine Green
"The Doctor, his Wife, and the Clock" by Anna Katharine Green is a crime fiction novella written during the late 19th century. The story centers on a mysterious murder involving a respected citizen, Mr. Hasbrouck, as his death unfolds the complexities and tensions within the lives of those connected to him, particularly focusing on Dr. Zabriskie and his wife. Through a blend of suspense, investigation, and psychological depth, the book explores themes
of jealousy, guilt, and the impact of tragic circumstances. The narrative begins with the shocking murder of Mr. Hasbrouck, leading detective Ebenezer Gryce to investigate the case. As the plot unfolds, the story reveals the inner turmoil of Dr. Zabriskie, who believes he has unwittingly committed the murder due to a series of misunderstandings and overwhelming emotions. His blind condition further complicates matters, heightening the suspense surrounding his actions. The novel culminates in a tragic turn of events that intertwines the fates of the doctor, his wife, and the victims of the circumstances, ultimately raising questions about accountability, sanity, and the nature of love and sacrifice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Green, Anna Katharine, 1846-1935 |
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| Title | The Doctor, his Wife, and the Clock |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Suzanne Shell, Irma Spehar and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Subject | Detective and mystery stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 32439 |
| Release Date | May 19, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 119 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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