Samuel Boyd of Catchpole Square: A Mystery: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Samuel Boyd of Catchpole Square: A Mystery: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Samuel Boyd of Catchpole Square: A Mystery is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Farjeon, B. L. (Benjamin Leopold) (1833–1903).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Samuel Boyd of Catchpole Square: A Mystery" by B. L. Farjeon is a fictional novel written in the late 19th century. The story introduces us to Mr. Samuel Boyd, a ruthless money-lender, and his beleaguered clerk, Abel Death, who is tasked with writing threatening letters to debtors. The narrative hints at an ominous atmosphere that revolves around deceit, desperation, and unfolding mysteries, particularly concerning Boyd's personal life and business dealings. The opening portion of the book establishes an eerie setting where Abel Death labors in a peculiar office filled with odd items retrieved from those unable to pay their debts. Following the introduction of these characters, we witness Death's hesitation to open the door for a visitor, which turns out to be Mr. Reginald, Boyd's estranged son, who seeks to reconcile with his father. Their tense interaction reveals underlying family dynamics, as Reginald is aware of his father's ruthless reputation. Meanwhile, tensions rise as Abel clings to the threat of losing his job while managing his own struggles for survival. Overall, the beginning sets a tone of suspense and foreshadows darker events that are yet to unfold.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Samuel Boyd of Catchpole Square: A Mystery
- Author credits: Farjeon, B. L. (Benjamin Leopold) (1833–1903)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Detective and mystery stories
- London (England) -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
- Category: Novels
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