The Pointing Man: A Burmese Mystery

The Pointing Man: A Burmese Mystery, written by Marjorie Douie and first published in 1920, is a mystery novel set in Burma. The story follows the disappearance of Absalom, the assistant to a curio shop owner, Mhtoon Pah, and delves into the lives of various characters, including Rev. Francis Heath and police officer Hartley, as they navigate the complexities of the native quarter of Mangadone. The novel explores themes of ambition, identity, and moral dilemmas within a richly depicted cultural backdrop.