Description

A tense, elegant mystery that begins in Paris and travels into the heart of a man's exile. A case that feels both timeless and immediacy-bright, The Englishman From Paris invites you into a Paris-based mystery as sharp as a detective's blade. This early twentieth century fiction unfolds with the quiet precision of a classic detective novel, where cross cultural encounters and espionage intrigue illuminate questions of identity and belonging. Set against a Parisian backdrop, the narrative threads personal loyalties, public duty, and the weight of reputation into a gripping study of exile and self-discovery. Arthur Murphy's craftsmanship shines in clean, lucid prose and a tightly wound plot that rewards patient readers and book club discussions alike. The work holds notable literary and historical significance as part of the Agatha Christie era of mystery, a bridge between beloved contemporaries and the evolution of the detective genre. It stands as a public domain classic, cherished by collectors and new readers alike for its atmosphere, period detail, and humane intelligence. Selling points: out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions; restored for today's and future generations; more than a reprint - a collector's item and a cultural treasure. Whether you are a casual reader or a devoted classics aficionado, this complete edition offers a refined doorway to Mur fy's world and to the era that shaped it.