The very word Taxes sends shivers up spines. Yet, very few realize the tremendous impact that taxation has had on civilization. The author changes that in this fascinating history.
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Cet auteur est aujourd'hui reconnu comme le créateur du premier roman policier complet en anglais. Sa maîtrise stylistique réside dans la création de suspense et d'intrigues complexes qui continuent de fasciner les lecteurs. L'œuvre explore la psychologie des personnages et la nature de la justice à travers un récit captivant.
Widely acknowledged as the first detective novel, the story is told by insurance investigator Ralph Henderson, who is building a case against the sinister Baron 'R___', suspected of murdering his wife. Henderson descends into a maze of intrigue including a diabolical mesmerist, kidnapping by gypsies, slow-poisoners, a rich uncle's will and three murders.