The Man Nobody Knew (1918)

The Man Nobody Knew is a book written by Holworthy Hall and published in 1918. The book is a mystery novel that follows the story of a man named John Dene, who is found dead in his apartment in New York City. The police are baffled by the case, as there are no signs of forced entry or struggle, and no apparent motive for the murder.The story is narrated by a young journalist named Jack Barnes, who is assigned to cover the case. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he discovers that John Dene was not the man he appeared to be. Dene was a wealthy businessman who had made his fortune in the oil industry, but he had also been involved in some shady dealings.Barnes uncovers a web of lies and deceit surrounding Dene's life, and he begins to suspect that the murder was not a random act of violence, but rather a carefully planned crime. As he follows the clues, Barnes finds himself drawn into a dangerous world of international espionage and political intrigue.The Man Nobody Knew is a fast-paced and suspenseful novel that will keep readers guessing until the very end. It is a classic example of early 20th century detective fiction, with its intricate plot, colorful characters, and thrilling action.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.