In The Shadow Of Lantern Street (1920)

In The Shadow Of Lantern Street is a mystery novel by Herbert Grafton Woodworth first published in 1920. The story is set in the early 20th century and follows the investigation of a murder that takes place in a small town in New England. The victim is a wealthy businessman who is found dead in his home and the prime suspect is his estranged wife. However as the investigation progresses it becomes clear that there are many other potential suspects and the detectives must navigate a web of lies and deceit to uncover the truth. The novel is notable for its vivid descriptions of the town and its inhabitants as well as its complex plot and well-drawn characters. It is a classic example of the mystery genre and a must-read for fans of detective fiction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting preserving and promoting the world's literature in affordable high quality modern editions that are true to their original work.