The Swindler and Other Stories: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Swindler and Other Stories is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Dell, Ethel M. (Ethel May) (1881–1939).
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"The Swindler and Other Stories" by Ethel M. Dell is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The narrative introduces themes of deception, chance encounters, and unexpected connections, particularly focusing on characters entangled in complex social and personal dynamics. One of the main characters, West, is depicted as a private detective who finds himself amidst a web of intrigue involving a professional swindler and a charming young woman named Cynthia Mortimer. The opening of the collection unfolds on a ship, where West, the detective, encounters Cynthia. Their dialogue reveals her fascination with swindlers and her complicated feelings toward one particular con artist, Nat Verney. As West and Cynthia interact, the tension between professional duty and personal intrigue begins to emerge. The narrative sets up a backdrop of gambling, stakes, and deceit, suggesting a deeper exploration of trust, morality, and human connection. The opening establishes a vivid sense of character and conflict that draws the reader into a world where the boundaries of right and wrong blur, hinting at the challenges that will unfold in their stories.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Swindler and Other Stories
- Author credits: Dell, Ethel M. (Ethel May) (1881–1939)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction
- Short stories
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- Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
- Category: Short Stories
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