Mr. Justice Maxell by Edgar Wallace
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About this eBook
| Author | Wallace, Edgar, 1875-1932 |
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| Title | Mr. Justice Maxell |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mr._Justice_Maxell |
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| Summary | "Mr. Justice Maxell" by Edgar Wallace is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces John Maxell, a King’s Counsel, who arrives in Tangier, Morocco, where the narrative quickly reveals a mix of personal ambition and financial entanglements involving dangerous enterprises and intriguing characters. The central theme revolves around the various nuances of trust and deception, primarily seen through the interactions between Maxell and his friend Cartwright, who is embroiled in suspicious schemes involving gold mining and an actress named Sadie O’Grady. The opening of the novel sets a vivid scene in Tangier, capturing the ambiance through detailed descriptions of setting and sounds. Maxell is depicted as a man grappling with unease both regarding his financial status and the ambitions of his old school friend, Cartwright, who is keen on uncovering a possible gold reef. As the dialogue unfolds, it hints at past connections, revealing undercurrents of tension between loyalty, greed, and moral dilemmas. The chapter concludes with a sense of impending drama, particularly surrounding O’Grady, whose life takes an unexpected turn as Cartwright’s motives become increasingly questionable. This establishes a foundation for exploring themes of ethics, ambition, and the consequences of one's choices throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 60527 |
| Release Date | Oct 19, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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