Publisher's Synopsis
Cleek of Scotland Yard: Detective Stories is a collection of short stories written by Thomas W. Hanshew and first published in 1914. The book features the adventures of Hamilton Cleek, a detective working for Scotland Yard. Cleek is a master of disguise and has a unique physical trait - his left eye can move independently of his right eye, which he uses as a tool to distract and deceive suspects.The collection includes twelve stories, each featuring a different case that Cleek is tasked with solving. The cases range from theft to murder and involve a diverse cast of characters, including wealthy aristocrats, cunning criminals, and innocent victims. Throughout the stories, Cleek uses his wit, intelligence, and physical abilities to unravel the mysteries and bring the culprits to justice.The book was popular at the time of its publication and helped to establish the character of Cleek as a beloved and iconic figure in detective fiction. The stories are engaging and suspenseful, with unexpected twists and turns that keep readers on the edge of their seats. Fans of classic detective fiction will enjoy this book for its well-crafted plots, memorable characters, and clever detective work.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
