The Knight's Cross Signal Problem
The story revolves around a mysterious signal that appears on the railway tracks, causing trains to stop suddenly. The protagonist, a clever and resourceful individual, becomes intrigued by this phenomenon and decides to investigate further. As he delves deeper into the mystery, he uncovers a complex web of deceit and conspiracy involving high-ranking officials and powerful businessmen.
By Ernest Bramah · First published 1922 · Genre: Mystery, Detective Fiction, Crime · 13,652 words
First lines
"Louis," exclaimed Mr. Carrados, with the air of genial gaiety that / Carlyle had found so incongruous to his conception of a blind man, / "you have a mystery somewhere about you! I know it by your step."
Nearly a month had passed since the incident of the false Dionysius / had led to the two men meeting. It was now December. Whatever Mr. / Carlyle's step might indicate to the inner eye it betokened to the / casual observer the manner of a crisp, alert, self-possessed man of / business. Carlyle, in truth, betrayed nothing of the pessimism and / despondency that had marked him on the earlier occasion.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Ernest Bramah
- Date: 1922 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Mystery, Detective Fiction, Crime, Thriller, Literary Fiction
- Length: 13,652 words
- Structure: 1 section, 325 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Mystery — The plot revolves around a baffling railway accident and the investigation to uncover the truth behind conflicting testimonies.
- Detective Fiction — The narrative features a detective-like character, Mr. Carrados, who employs deductive reasoning to solve the case.
- Crime — The story involves elements of crime, including potential negligence or malice related to the railway accident.
- Thriller — The tension surrounding the investigation and the stakes involved create a thrilling atmosphere.
Tags
Mystery · Short Story · Railway · Signal Problem · Detective Fiction · Logic Puzzle · Crime Solving · British Literature · Early 20th Century · Classic Detective · Whodunit · Railroad Mystery