The Phantom Stockman by Guy Boothby
A wealthy and influential man hires a detective to investigate the mysterious death of his son, which he believes was orchestrated by a former employee who has been embezzling funds from him. The investigation leads to a complex web of deceit and corruption that threatens to destroy the man's reputation and business empire.
By Guy Boothby · First published 1888 · Genre: Mystery, Adventure, Supernatural · 10,786 words
First lines
"A remarkably charming situation, and as pretty a homestead as any I have seen in the Bush," I said. "You have certainly worked wonders during the short time you have been in possession."
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Guy Boothby
- Date: 1888 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Mystery, Adventure, Supernatural, Western, Thriller
- Length: 10,786 words
- Structure: 1 section, 198 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Mystery — The plot revolves around unraveling the mystery of the haunted station and the phantom stockman.
- Adventure — The narrative includes elements of adventure, such as the journey to the remote station and the exploration of the bush.
- Supernatural — The story features a ghostly figure, the phantom stockman, which adds a supernatural element.
- Western — Set in the Australian bush, the story includes themes typical of Westerns, such as cattle driving and life on a station.
Tags
Western Fiction · Australian Literature · Adventure Novel · Outback Setting · Cattle Ranching · Stockman Life · Phantom Character · Mystery Thriller · Action Packed · Plot Twist · Gritty Realism · Male Protagonist