The Black Tortoise: Being the Strange Story of Old Frick's Diamond: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Black Tortoise: Being the Strange Story of Old Frick's Diamond: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Black Tortoise: Being the Strange Story of Old Frick's Diamond is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Sparre, Christian (1859–1940). The listed translation credits are Brækstad, Gertrude Hughes.
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"The Black Tortoise: Being the Strange Story of Old Frick's Diamond" by Frederick Viller is a detective novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Monk, a private detective, as he investigates the mysterious theft of a valuable diamond known as the Black Tortoise from the home of Bartholomew Frick, an eccentric and wealthy man. The narrative promises intrigue through its ensemble of characters, including the enigmatic Frick himself, his two adopted children, Sigrid and Einar, and the potentially suspicious visitors and servants in the household. The opening portion of the novel introduces us to Monk, who is planning a trip to America for important business. He is visited by a friend who is curious about Monk's sudden announcement, leading to private conversations that hint at Monk's past and his transformation into a detective. Soon, we learn about Bartholomew Frick, his unique personality, the affection he holds for his adopted family, and the incident involving the theft of a coveted diamond. The narrative swiftly sets the stage for a potential clash of characters and defines the presence of suspense as Monk takes on the challenge of recovering the diamond, presenting readers with a blend of humor, mystery, and character-driven storytelling that forms the bedrock of this detective tale.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Black Tortoise: Being the Strange Story of Old Frick's Diamond
- Author credits: Sparre, Christian (1859–1940)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Brækstad, Gertrude Hughes
Catalogue subjects
- Norway -- Fiction
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- Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
- Category: Novels
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