The Master Mummer

Name: The Master Mummer
Author: E. Phillips Oppenheim

The Master Mummer is a novel by E. Phillips Oppenheim that tells the story of a man named John Derrick who becomes involved in a dangerous game of espionage and intrigue. The book follows his journey as he navigates through various twists and turns, ultimately leading to a thrilling conclusion.

By E. Phillips Oppenheim · First published 1905 · Genre: Romance, Adventure, Mystery · 36 chapters · 92,876 words

First lines

Sheets of virgin manuscript paper littered my desk, the smoke of much uselessly consumed tobacco hung about the room in a little cloud. Many a time I had dipped my pen in the ink, only to find myself a few minutes later scrawling ridiculous little figures upon the margin of my blotting-pad. It was not at all an auspicious start for one who sought immortality.

What this Textopian page supports

The Master Mummer is listed on Textopian as a novel by E. Phillips Oppenheim, dated 1905 CE.

This source record anchors work identity, reading entry points, and catalog context for checking claims about the work.

Work type: Novel
Author: E. Phillips Oppenheim
Date: 1905 CE
Language: English
Genres: Romance, Adventure, Mystery, Drama
Length: 92,876 words
Structure: 36 chapters, 2,353 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

Good citation fit

Work identity for The Master Mummer by E. Phillips Oppenheim
Canonical title URL and first readable passage URL
Genre and topic classification from the Textopian catalog
Readability and classroom-planning context
Passage-specific claims should cite the exact /read/ URL for the relevant chapter or paragraph

Discussion starters

What should a reader notice first when entering The Master Mummer?
How does this novel by E. Phillips Oppenheim fit its genre, period, or classroom use?
Where does Romance first become important in the reading?

Similar titles

Genres

Romance — The narrative primarily revolves around a love story between the protagonist and a woman he meets.
Adventure — The protagonist embarks on a journey, encountering various challenges and experiences.
Mystery — Elements of suspense and intrigue are present, with the protagonist's true identity and intentions being gradually revealed.
Drama — The narrative explores complex emotional and interpersonal dynamics.