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The Roman Hat Mystery: A Problem in Deduction

1929

Ellery Queen

The Roman Hat Mystery: A Problem in Deduction

The Roman Hat Mystery: A Problem in Deduction

Ellery Queen

1929

The Roman Hat Mystery: A Problem in Deduction, published in 1929 by Ellery Queen, is a detective novel featuring a closed-circle murder set in a Broadway theatre. Inspector Richard Queen and his son Ellery investigate the poisoning of a lawyer during a performance, where a missing top hat becomes a key clue. The narrative combines elements of deduction, character sketches, and a detailed map of the theatre, showcasing the father-son duo's complementary investigative skills in a richly depicted 1920s setting.

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A detective novel written in the early 20th century. It presents a classic closed-circle murder set in a Broadway theatr...

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A fine silk custom top-hat is missing from a crooked lawyer who was poisoned by lead alcohol in the Roman theater at the...

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