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The Campden Wonder is a novel written by John Masefield that tells the true story of a mysterious murder that took place in the small town of Chipping Campden, England in the year 1660. The story revolves around the murder of a wealthy man named William Harrison, who disappeared without a trace while travelling with his servant, John Perry. Perry was eventually arrested and accused of murder, but he maintained his innocence and claimed that Harrison had simply vanished.The book follows the trial of John Perry, as well as the investigation into Harrison's disappearance. It also delves into the social and political climate of the time, including the tensions between Catholics and Protestants, which played a role in the case.Masefield's writing is vivid and engaging, pulling the reader into the mystery and suspense of the story. He also explores the themes of justice, truth, and morality, as well as the power dynamics between the wealthy and the working class.Overall, The Campden Wonder is a compelling historical novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into a real-life crime and the society in which it occurred.THIS 34 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Tragedy of Nan and Other Plays by John Masefield, by John Masefield. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417900490.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.