The Case of Laker, Absconded
The Case of Laker, Absconded by Arthur Morrison is a detective novel that follows the story of a man named Laker who has absconded from his job and is wanted by the police. The novel explores themes of identity, morality, and social class through its portrayal of Laker's journey. Can you provide more details about the book or ask a specific question related to it?
By Arthur Morrison · First published 1899 · Genre: Mystery, Detective Fiction, Crime · 13,425 words
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There were several of the larger London banks and insurance offices from which Hewitt held a sort of general retainer as detective adviser, in fulfilment of which he was regularly consulted as to the measures to be taken in different cases of fraud, forgery, theft, and so forth, which it might be the misfortune of the particular firms to encounter. The more important and intricate of these cases were placed in his hands entirely, with separate commissions, in the usual way. One of the most important companies of the sort was the General Guarantee Society, an insurance corporation which, among other risks, took those of the integrity of secretaries, clerks, and cashiers.
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The Case of Laker, Absconded is listed on Textopian as a short story by Arthur Morrison, dated 1899 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Arthur Morrison
- Date: 1899 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Mystery, Detective Fiction, Crime
- Length: 13,425 words
- Structure: 1 section, 173 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Mystery — The title itself suggests a mystery requiring solving - the case of Laker, who has absconded.
- Detective Fiction — The book is part of Arthur Morrison's Martin Hewitt series, which constitutes detective stories.
- Crime — The main plot revolves around the unlawful activity of Laker, making it fit the crime genre.
Tags
mystery · detective · crime · thriller · victorian · london · noir · hard-boiled · private investigator · police procedural · whodunit · suspense