Christopher Quarles: College Professor and Master Detective (1914)

""Christopher Quarles: College Professor And Master Detective"" is a mystery novel written by Percy James Brebner and published in 1914. The book follows the adventures of Christopher Quarles, a brilliant college professor who also happens to be a skilled detective. Quarles is aided in his investigations by his loyal assistant, journalist Roger Darrell.The novel is divided into a series of short stories, each of which sees Quarles and Darrell tackling a new case. The mysteries they encounter range from thefts and kidnappings to murders and espionage. Quarles approaches each case with his characteristic intellect and attention to detail, often solving crimes that have stumped the police.Throughout the book, Quarles is portrayed as an eccentric and enigmatic figure, with a penchant for odd hobbies and a sharp wit. Despite his quirks, he is highly respected by his colleagues and students at the college where he teaches.Brebner's writing style is engaging and fast-paced, with plenty of twists and turns to keep readers on the edge of their seats. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of early 20th-century detective fiction and remains a classic of the genre to this day.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.