The Stillwater Tragedy: 19th Century Classic Mystery Thriller (Annotated)

The Stillwater Tragedy: 19th Century Classic Mystery Thriller (Annotated)

Unique Elements Historical Context - Detailed 19th Century Historical Map Classic Mystery Thriller written in times before the morrow, sophisticated in a way modern true crime stories lack. The Stillwater Tragedy by Thomas Bailey Aldrich is a book of epic suspense first published in 1880 Boston. A true book of worth, a classic that lives in an era of timeless distinction. Early books emit an excellence unlike any from modern times. You will not be dissatisfied with this works. Sneak Peak It is close upon daybreak. The great wall of pines and hemlocks that keep off the west wind from Stillwater stretches black and indeterminate against the sky. At intervals a dull, metallic sound, like the guttural twang of a violin string, rises form the frog-invested swamp skirting the highway. Suddenly the birds stir in their nests over there in the woodland, and break into that wild jargoning chorus with which they herald the advent of a new day. In the apple-orchards and among the plum-trees of the few gardens in Stillwater, the wrens and the robins and the blue-jays catch up the crystal crescendo, and what a melodious racket they make of it with their fifes and flutes and flageolets! The village lies in a trance like death. Possibly not a soul hears this music, unless it is the watchers at the bedside of Mr. Leonard Tappleton, the richest man in town, who has lain dying these three days, and cannot last until sunrise. Or perhaps some mother, drowsily hushing her wakeful baby, pauses a moment and listens vacantly to the birds singing. But who else? Synopsis The Stillwater Tragedy is a murder mystery novel by Thomas Bailey Aldrich. The novel takes place in a small industrial town in New England whose peace is first shattered by the death of one of its important residents and then quickly followed by a general strike. The novel is believed to be the first in which a detective appears in English literature. The story is about a murder accusation. First published in 1880 Boston, this title is a great example of a classic true crime mystery thriller. "A stunning reprint" At Little Boy Publications we take every step possible to ensure the original integrity of this book has been upheld to its highest standard. This means that the texts in this story are unedited and unchanged from the original author’s publication, preserving its earliest form for your indulgence. This title is one of the best epic mystery fiction books , of all time, words strung together with such romantic precision, books that you just do not see in the modern age. This title will make an excellent gift to the classic buff in your life or a fantastic addition to your current collection. We are ready to ship this book off to you today at lightning speed, so you will find yourself indulging in this title without delay. Title Details Original 1880 Scripture - Classic true crime mystery - 5 x 8 Inches - Matte Cover - White Paper