The Purloined Prince is a mystery novel written by Edgar Turner and originally published in 1905. The story revolves around the disappearance of a young prince who is believed to have been kidnapped. The investigation is led by a detective named John Thorndyke, who is tasked with uncovering the truth behind the prince's disappearance.As Thorndyke delves deeper into the case, he discovers a web of deceit and intrigue that involves a number of suspects, including members of the royal family, politicians, and even foreign agents. With the help of his assistant, Nathaniel Polton, Thorndyke must navigate this complex web of clues and suspects in order to solve the case and bring the kidnappers to justice.The Purloined Prince is a classic mystery novel that features all the elements of a great detective story, including a clever and determined protagonist, a cast of intriguing suspects, and a plot full of twists and turns. It is a must-read for fans of the genre and anyone who enjoys a good mystery.Number One Of The Caxton Romances.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.