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Cover for The First Collection of Twelve Stories. Lord Peter Views the Body: The Fantastic Horror of the Cat in the Bag, The Unprincipled Affair of the Practical Joker, The Bibulous Business of a Matter of Taste and others

The First Collection of Twelve Stories. Lord Peter Views the Body: The Fantastic Horror of the Cat in the Bag, The Unprincipled Affair of the Practical Joker, The Bibulous Business of a Matter of Taste and others

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9H 12min
Language
English
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Crime

The First Collection of Twelve Stories is a captivating collection featuring the brilliant detective Lord Peter Wimsey in a series of thrilling, often witty mysteries. This illustrated volume includes such unforgettable tales as The Fantastic Horror of the Cat in the Bag, where Wimsey faces a bizarre crime involving a mysterious cat, and The Unprincipled Affair of the Practical Joker, which pits the detective against a cunning adversary with a penchant for dark humor. Additionally, The Bibulous Business of a Matter of Taste delves into an intriguing investigation concerning art, deception, and personal taste. Throughout these twelve stories, Sayers weaves intricate plots, with her signature blend of suspense, sharp dialogue, and character development. Lord Peter Wimsey's charm and intellect shine as he solves each case with style and wit. Perfect for fans of classic detective fiction, this collection highlights Dorothy L. Sayers' mastery of the mystery genre. Contents: The Abominable History of the Man with Copper Fingers The Entertaining Episode of the Article in Question The Fascinating Problem of Uncle Meleager's Will The Fantastic Horror of the Cat in the Bag The Unprincipled Affair of the Practical Joker The Undignified Melodrama of the Bone of Contention The Vindictive Story of the Footsteps That Ran The Bibulous Business of a Matter of Taste The Learned Adventure of the Dragon's Head The Piscatorial Farce of the Stolen Stomach The Unsolved Puzzle of the Man with No Face The Adventurous Exploit of the Cave of Ali Baba

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Release date

Audiobook: 23 December 2024

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