Average Jones

Average Jones is a detective mystery novel by Samuel Hopkins Adams, first published in 1911. The story follows Average Jones, an unremarkable young man with a passion for adventure and a talent for investigating dubious advertisements. His journey begins at the Cosmic Club, where he decides to become an 'Ad-Visor' to uncover the truth behind suspicious ads, leading him into a larger conspiracy involving a politician and a potential assassination plot. This novel blends humor and intrigue while exploring themes of human nature and societal quirks.