The Old Man in the Corner

Name: The Old Man in the Corner
Author: Baroness Emmuska Orczy Orczy

By Baroness Emmuska Orczy Orczy

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British Literature Crime, Thrillers & Mystery Short Stories

About This Book

A series of linked short detective tales features an observant elderly man who sits in a corner of a tea-shop and unravels crimes—murders, thefts, forgeries, and suspicious deaths—by patient reasoning and close attention to small details while a young reporter listens and prompts him. Each episode presents the facts as he reassembles them and traces his logical deductions to identify likely culprits, emphasizing armchair analysis, the gaps between appearance and proof, and the uneasy moral questions that arise when intellect supplants formal investigation.

About the Author

Baroness Emmuska Orczy Orczy

Baroness Emmuska Orczy was a Hungarian-born British author and playwright, best known for her creation of the character the Scarlet Pimpernel, a daring hero of the French Revolution. Her novel "The Scarlet Pimpernel" introduced readers to a world of adventure and intrigue, blending romance with historical fiction. Orczy's works often feature themes of bravery and loyalty, reflecting her own experiences as a refugee from Hungary. In addition to her famous series, she wrote numerous novels and plays, including "Lady Molly of Scotland Yard" and "I Will Repay," showcasing her versatility across genres. Her contributions to literature have left a lasting impact, particularly in the realm of adventure fiction.