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"Thief" was written by Anna Katharine Green. Pioneering American novelist credited as 'the mother of the detective novel.'

Thief

Anna Katharine Green

Published in 1878, 'Thief' by Anna Katharine Green is a mystery short story centered around a dinner party where a valuable coin goes missing. As the guests inspect their pockets to clear their names, one gentleman refuses to comply, raising suspicions about his motives. The narrative explores themes of trust and deception, making it a notable early work in the detective fiction genre.

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At a dinner party, a valuable coin is lost while being passed around among the guests to look at. One of the gentlemen i...