The Man Who Knew Too Much by G. K. Chesterton
"The Man Who Knew Too Much" by G. K. Chesterton is a novel written during the early 20th century. It features Horne Fisher, an eccentric investigator, known for his keen insights and connections to various characters in the political and social landscapes of the time. The book delves into themes of crime, justice, and societal intricacies, showcasing Fisher's unique ability to navigate through convoluted mysteries. The beginning of the novel introduces HaroldMarch, a young reviewer and political critic, as he embarks on a journey to Torwood Park to interview the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Sir Howard Horne. During his walk through the moors, March encounters Horne Fisher, an unusual yet insightful man who is preoccupied with a peculiar fascination for phenomena of phosphorescence. Their conversation is abruptly interrupted when they discover a tragic scene: the body of Sir Humphrey Turnbull, a well-known figure, lies near the wreckage of a motor car. As March tries to make sense of the incident, Fisher reveals layers of knowledge about the dead man, hinting at a deeper investigation to unravel the truth behind the accident and the motives of those involved. This opens up a web of interactions with various intriguing characters, setting the stage for a complex and thought-provoking narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Chesterton, G. K. (Gilbert Keith), 1874-1936 |
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| Title | The Man Who Knew Too Much |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | The face in the target -- The vanishing prince -- The soul of the schoolboy -- The bottomless well -- The hole in the wall -- The fad of the fisherman -- The hole in the wall -- The temple of silence -- The vengeance of the statue. |
| Credits | Scanned by Georges Allaire Etext prepared by Dianne Bean of Phoenix, Arizona. HTML file produced by David Widger |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Detective and mystery stories, English |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Fiction |
| Subject | Aristocracy (Social class) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 1720 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 1999 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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