The Swartz Diamond
The story revolves around a valuable diamond stolen from a wealthy businessman, which leads to a series of mysterious events and crimes. The protagonist, a clever detective, takes on the case and uncovers a web of deceit and conspiracy involving multiple suspects with complex motives. As the investigation unfolds, the detective's exceptional skills and keen observations help unravel the tangled threads, ultimately leading to the surprising revelation of the thief's identity and the recovery of the prized diamond.
By Edward William Thomson · First published 1896 · Genre: Adventure, Mystery, Historical Fiction · 7,474 words
First lines
The Boer puzzled us. It was not because he loomed so big in the haze against the sunset; but he seemed at a mile's distance to detect us. We thought the cover perfect, for the hackthorn tops were higher than our horses' heads. If he from so far could see patches of khaki through bushes, his eyes must be better than our fieldglasses. If he did not see us, why did he wave his hat as in salutation?
"Maybe he only suspect one patrol at de ford. Vat you t'ink, Sergeant McTavish? " said Lieutenant Deschamps to me.
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The Swartz Diamond is listed on Textopian as a novel by Edward William Thomson, dated 1896 CE.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Edward William Thomson
- Date: 1896 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Adventure, Mystery, Historical Fiction, Crime, Drama
- Length: 7,474 words
- Structure: 1 section, 130 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Adventure — The plot revolves around a thrilling quest for a valuable diamond.
- Mystery — The story involves solving the mystery of the diamond's whereabouts.
- Historical Fiction — The narrative is set in a historical context with period-specific details.
- Crime — The plot includes criminal activities related to the diamond.
Tags
Adventure · Mystery · Thriller · Suspense · Diamond Heist · Jewel Theft · Crime Fiction · Detective Story · Investigation · Murder Mystery · Whodunit · Classic Literature