The Problem Of The Deserted House

The Problem Of The Deserted House is a mystery novel written by Jacques Futrelle. The story revolves around the mysterious disappearance of a wealthy businessman named Mr. Harrison, who suddenly vanished from his home without a trace. The police are baffled by the case, and they turn to the famous detective Professor Augustus S. F. X. Van Dusen, also known as ""The Thinking Machine"", for help.Van Dusen is a brilliant and eccentric detective who uses his incredible intellect and deductive reasoning skills to solve the most complex cases. He takes on the challenge of uncovering the truth behind Mr. Harrison's disappearance, and he soon discovers that there is more to the case than meets the eye.As Van Dusen delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal that leads him to a deserted house on the outskirts of town. There, he must confront a group of ruthless criminals who will stop at nothing to keep their secrets hidden.The Problem Of The Deserted House is a thrilling and suspenseful mystery novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. It is a classic example of the detective genre, featuring a memorable protagonist and a cleverly plotted mystery that will keep readers guessing until the very end.Without an instant's hesitation he ran down the steps to the basement entrance in an areaway. There was no bell there, and he tried the knob tentatively. It turned, and he stepped into a damp, smelly hallway, unrelieved by one glint of light. He closed the door noiselessly behind him, and stood for a little while listening. Then he did peculiar thing. He produced a small electric pocket lamp, and holding it as far to the left as he could reach, with the lens pointing ahead of him, pressed the button. A single white ray cleft the darkness, revealing a bare, littered floor, moldy walls, a couple of doors, and stairs leading up.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.