Thrilling stories starring America’s smartest—and most unscrupulous—lawyer During the gold rush, Richard Warren and Samuel Walcott set out from New York to strike it rich. When fortune does not find them, Samuel saves himself from the gutter by marrying a saloonkeeper’s daughter. Jealous of his friend’s beautiful wife, Richard kills Samuel and flees the desert with the woman and a trove of stolen gold dust. He assumes his dead friend’s identity and makes a name for himself in New York—until the woman he killed for turns out to be a blackmailer. Desperate, Richard turns to the mysterious lawyer Randolph Mason. A crooked genius, Mason doesn’t mind having a killer for a client, and will do whatever he can to help Richard escape justice. In this brilliantly original story collection, Mason follows the letter of the law while gleefully betraying its spirit. This ebook has been professionally proofread to ensure accuracy and readability on all devices.

Thrilling stories starring America's smartest and most unscrupulous lawyer. During the gold rush, Richard Warren and Samuel Walcott set out from New York to strike it rich. When fortune does not find them, Samuel saves himself from the gutter by marrying a saloonkeeper's daughter. Jealous of his friend's beautiful wife, Richard kills Samuel and flees the desert with the woman and a trove of stolen gold dust. He assumes his dead friend's identity and makes a name for himself in New York, until the woman he killed for turns out to be a blackmailer. Desperate, Richard turns to the mysterious lawyer Randolph Mason. A crooked genius, Mason doesn't mind having a killer for a client, and will do whatever he can to help Richard escape justice. In this brilliantly original story collection, Mason follows the letter of the law while gleefully betraying its spirit.

Randolph Mason is a brusque New York lawyer who is highly skilled at turning legal loopholes and technicalities to his clients' advantage. He is depicted as an utterly amoral character who advises criminals how to commit wrongdoings without breaking the letter of the law. The best-known of these stories is "The Corpus Delicti", in which Mason's client murders a blackmailing lover and dissolves her dismembered corpse in acid. Despite circumstantial evidence, Mason secures his client's acquittal on the grounds that nobody has been found and there are no eyewitnesses to the woman's death, as required by New York law at the time. Post deflected criticism of such sensational stories by affirming that he was publicly exposing weaknesses in the law that needed to be rectified. Melville Davisson Post (1869-1930) was an American author, born in West Virginia. Table of Contents: The Strange Schemes of Randolph Mason The Corpus Delicti Two Plungers of Manhattan Woodford's Partner The Error of William Van Broom The Men of the Jimmy The Sheriff of Gullmore The Animus Furandi The Man of Last Resort (The Clients of Randolph Mason) The Governor's Machine Mrs. Van Barton Once in Jeopardy The Grazier The Rule Against Carper

Melville Davisson Post's 'Murder Mystery Collection' is a captivating anthology that showcases over 40 thrilling novels and detective stories. Post's literary style combines intricate plot lines with rich character development, creating a sense of suspense and mystery that keeps readers engaged from start to finish. Set in various settings across America, these stories offer a glimpse into the early 20th-century detective fiction genre, blending elements of realism and intrigue. Post's keen eye for detail and his ability to craft compelling narratives make this collection a must-read for fans of mystery literature. Melville Davisson Post, a former lawyer turned prolific author, drew inspiration from his legal background to create intricate and authentic crime scenarios in his stories. His firsthand knowledge of the criminal justice system adds a layer of realism to his work, providing readers with a unique perspective on detective fiction. Post's dedication to the genre and his commitment to storytelling shine through in each of the meticulously crafted narratives included in this collection. I highly recommend Melville Davisson Post's 'Murder Mystery Collection' to readers who enjoy classic detective stories with a twist. Post's ability to blend suspense, character development, and intricate plotting makes this anthology a standout in the world of mystery literature, promising hours of entertainment and intrigue for fans of the genre.

Melville Davisson Post's 'Murder Mystery Collection: 40+ Thriller Novels & Detective Tales' is a captivating and diverse compilation of thrilling murder mysteries and intriguing detective tales. Post's literary style seamlessly weaves together intricate plots, compelling characters, and gripping suspense, drawing readers into a world of mystery and intrigue. Set in a variety of locations and time periods, each story offers a unique and immersive reading experience, showcasing Post's mastery of the detective genre. With over 40 novels included in this collection, readers will find themselves engrossed in a wide range of detective stories, each with its own twists and turns that will keep them guessing until the very end. Melville Davisson Post, known for his deep understanding of human nature and his ability to craft complex mysteries, showcases his talent and expertise in this comprehensive collection. Drawing on his experiences as a lawyer and magistrate, Post brings a sense of realism and authenticity to his stories, making them all the more compelling. Fans of classic detective fiction and murder mysteries will find 'Murder Mystery Collection' to be a must-read. With its rich assortment of thrilling tales and engaging narratives, this collection is sure to captivate readers and keep them on the edge of their seats from the first page to the last.

Vol. 49, no. 9 (Sept. 1922) accompanied by a separately paged section entitled ERA: electronic reactions of Abrams.

This carefully edited collection of murder mysteries has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Melville Davisson Post (1869-1930) was an American author, born in West Virginia. Post's best-known character is the mystery solving, justice dispensing West Virginian backwoodsman, Uncle Abner. Post also wrote number of stories about Randolph Mason, a brusque New York lawyer who is highly skilled at turning legal loopholes and technicalities to his clients' advantage. Post's other recurring characters include Sir Henry Marquis of Scotland Yard, the French policeman Monsieur Jonquelle and the Virginia lawyer Colonel Braxton. Table of Contents: The Strange Schemes of Randolph Mason The Corpus Delicti Two Plungers of Manhattan Woodford's Partner The Error of William Van Broom The Men of the Jimmy The Sheriff of Gullmore The Animus Furandi The Man of Last Resort (The Clients of Randolph Mason) The Governor's Machine Mrs. Van Barton Once in Jeopardy The Grazier The Rule Against Carper Uncle Abner, Master of Mysteries The Doomdorf Mystery The Wrong Hand The Angel of the Lord An Act of God The Treasure Hunter The House of the Dead Man A Twilight Adventure The Age of Miracles The Tenth Commandment The Devil's Tools The Hidden Law The Riddle The Straw Man The Mystery of Chance The Concealed Path The Edge of the Shadow The Adopted Daughter Naboth's Vineyard The Sleuth of St. James Square The Thing on the Hearth The Reward The Lost Lady The Cambered Foot The Man in the Green Hat The Wrong Sign The Fortune Teller The Hole in the Mahogany Panel The End of the Road The Last Adventure American Horses The Spread Rails The Pumpkin Coach The Yellow Flower Satire of the Sea The House by the Loch