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The lost charm: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition

The lost charm: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.

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The lost charm is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Norton, Roy (1869–1942).

Catalogue synopsis

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"The Lost Charm" by Roy Norton is a crime fiction novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the mystery of a stagecoach robbery, exploring themes of deception, friendship, and justice. Set against the backdrop of the American West, it combines elements of adventure and detective work as the protagonist seeks to uncover the truth behind the heist and exonerate an innocent man. The narrative follows David, a quick-witted and resourceful character, as he investigates a recent stage robbery that has rocked his community. The storyline begins with David learning about the theft of a substantial amount of money belonging to the unscrupulous businessman Tom Shaughnessy. As he delves deeper, David uncovers a convoluted scheme involving betrayal, questionable alliances, and hidden identities. He discovers key evidence tying Shaughnessy to the robbery, including a distinctive watch charm. With the help of his partners, David devises a plan to confront Shaughnessy, ultimately leading to the restoration of justice for the wrongly accused and the revelation of the dark undertones of greed and manipulation. As David emerges triumphant, the themes of loyalty and cunning shine through in this engaging tale of mystery and adventure.

Book and edition facts

  • Title: The lost charm
  • Author credits: Norton, Roy (1869–1942)
  • Catalogue language: English

Catalogue subjects

  • Gold miners -- Fiction
  • Mystery fiction
  • Robbery -- Fiction
  • Short stories
  • Western stories

Gutenberg collections

  • Category: Adventure
  • Category: American Literature
  • Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
  • Category: Novels

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