The achievements of Luther Trant: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The achievements of Luther Trant is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for MacHarg, William (1872–1951); Balmer, Edwin (1883–1959).
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"The Achievements of Luther Trant" by Edwin Balmer and William MacHarg is a detective novel written in the early 20th century. The book follows the character of Luther Trant, a young psychologist and aspiring detective, as he employs advanced psychological methods to solve crimes, highlighting the intersection of science and investigation. The narrative focuses on Trant's efforts to clear an innocent man's name following a suspicious death that suggests suicide and financial misdeeds. At the start of the story, Trant, alongside Professor Reiland, discusses the inadequacies of traditional criminal investigation methods, expressing his belief that psychological principles can lead to faster resolutions of criminal cases. This leads to the urgent discovery of Dr. Lawrie’s lifeless body in his office, raising questions about the cause of death and the implication of suicide due to financial ruin. Trant’s determination to prove Lawrie's innocence and uncover the truth drives the narrative, as he navigates a web of suspicion involving university associates, deftly using his knowledge of psychological tests to reveal deeper truths. The opening sets the stage for a thrilling exploration of human behavior and the complexities of justice.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The achievements of Luther Trant
- Author credits: MacHarg, William (1872–1951); Balmer, Edwin (1883–1959)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Chicago (Ill.) -- Fiction
- Detective and mystery stories
- Psychological fiction
- Science fiction
- Short stories, American
- Trant, Luther (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
- Category: Novels
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