The Sphinx's Lawyer (1906)
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The Sphinx's Lawyer is a mystery novel written by Frank Danby and first published in 1906. The story revolves around the character of Mr. Richard Vont, a successful lawyer who is given the task of defending a woman accused of murder. The woman, Lady Ursula Glynde, is suspected of killing her husband, Lord Glynde, who was found dead in his study with a gunshot wound to the head.As Mr. Vont delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of secrets and lies, including a love triangle involving Lady Glynde, her husband, and another man. He also discovers that there may be a connection between the ...
The Sphinx's Lawyer is a mystery novel written by Frank Danby and first published in 1906. The story revolves around the character of Mr. Richard Vont, a successful lawyer who is given the task of defending a woman accused of murder. The woman, Lady Ursula Glynde, is suspected of killing her husband, Lord Glynde, who was found dead in his study with a gunshot wound to the head.As Mr. Vont delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of secrets and lies, including a love triangle involving Lady Glynde, her husband, and another man. He also discovers that there may be a connection between the murder and an ancient Egyptian artifact, the Sphinx, which Lord Glynde had recently acquired.As the trial progresses, Mr. Vont must navigate the complexities of the case, including the testimony of various witnesses and the machinations of Lady Glynde's family and friends. He also faces personal challenges, including his growing attraction to Lady Glynde and his own conflicted feelings about the case.The Sphinx's Lawyer is a gripping tale of murder, mystery, and romance set against the backdrop of early 20th-century England. It is a classic example of the detective fiction genre, with a complex plot and well-drawn characters that keep readers guessing 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.
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