Publisher's Synopsis
Lost Man's Lane is a novel written by Anna Katharine Green in 1898. It is the second episode in the life of Amelia Butterworth, a wealthy and intelligent spinster who is known for her amateur detective skills. The story takes place in a small New England town where a young woman named Hilda Wade is found dead in Lost Man's Lane, a secluded spot known for its eerie reputation. The local police are baffled by the case and Amelia Butterworth decides to take matters into her own hands. She begins her own investigation and soon uncovers a web of secrets and lies that lead her to the killer. Along the way, she encounters a cast of characters including a handsome stranger, a mysterious woman, and a suspicious doctor. Lost Man's Lane is a classic mystery novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.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.
