The Cases of Lord Peter Wimsey - Complete Series

Enriched edition. 30+ Mystery Classics: Whose Body, Clouds of Witness, Lord Peter Views the Body, Strong Poison…By Dorothy L. Sayers

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In "The Cases of Lord Peter Wimsey - Complete Series," Dorothy L. Sayers crafts a captivating collection that showcases her renowned detective fiction through the lens of the aristocratic amateur sleuth, Lord Peter Wimsey. Set against the backdrop of post-World War I Britain, the narratives intertwine intricate plots with astute psychological insights, employing a prose style that balances wit, intellectual rigor, and social commentary. Sayers' mastery in constructing suspenseful whodunits is complemented by her nuanced characterizations, creating a vivid literary tapestry that resonates with the complexities of early 20th-century society. Dorothy L. Sayers, a prominent figure in the Golden Age of Mystery, was not only an accomplished author, but also a scholar and playwright. Her education at Oxford and her experiences during a tumultuous era undoubtedly informed her keen observations on societal norms and class distinctions, which surface throughout the Wimsey series. The character of Lord Peter, loosely inspired by her intellectual milieu, embodies Sayers' critique of the class system while also expressing her admiration for human ingenuity and morality. "The Cases of Lord Peter Wimsey - Complete Series" is essential for lovers of classic detective fiction and those intrigued by the interplay of intellect, humor, and moral ambiguity. Sayers' ability to meld deductive reasoning with human complexity invites readers into a richly detailed world, making this collection a timeless recommendation for mystery aficionados and literary scholars alike. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions. - The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing. - A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation. - A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists. - A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths. - Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts. - Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.

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1Introduction

150Chapter IX. The Evidence of the Flat-iron

2Introduction

151Chapter X. The Evidence of the Police-inspector

3Author Biography

152Chapter XI. THE EVIDENCE OF THE FISHERMAN

4Historical Context

153Chapter XII. The Evidence of the Bride&#x27;s Son

5Synopsis (Selection)

154Chapter XIII. Evidence of Trouble Somewhere

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6Biographical Introduction

155Chapter XIV. The Evidence of the Third Barber

7Novels

156Chapter XV. The Evidence of the Ladylove and the Landlady

8Chapter I

157Chapter XVI. The Evidence of the Sands

9Chapter II

158Chapter XVII. The Evidence of the Money

10Chapter III

159Chapter XVIII. The Evidence of the Snake

11Chapter IV

160Chapter XIX. The Evidence of the Disguised Motorist

12Chapter V

161Chapter XX. The Evidence of the Lady in the Car

13Chapter VI

162Chapter XXI. The Evidence at the Inquest

14Chapter VII

163Chapter XXII. The Evidence of the Mannequin

15Chapter VIII

164Chapter XXIII. The Evidence of the Theatrical Agent

16Chapter IX

165Chapter XXIV. The Evidence of the L.C.C. Teacher

17Chapter X

166Chapter XXV. The Evidence of the Dictionary

18Chapter XI

167Chapter XXVI. The Evidence of the Bay Mare

19Chapter XII

168Chapter XXVII. The Evidence of the Fisherman&#x27;s Grandson

20Chapter XIII

169Chapter XXVIII. THE EVIDENCE OF THE CIPHER

21Chapter I. &quot;Of His Malice Aforethought&quot;

170Chapter XXIX. The Evidence of the Letter

22Chapter II. The Green-eyed Cat

171Chapter XXX. The Evidence of the Gentleman&#x27;s Gentleman

23Chapter III. Mudstains and Bloodstains

172Chapter XXXI. The Evidence of the Haberdasher&#x27;s Assistant

24Chapter IV. --And His Daughter, Much-afraid

173Chapter XXXII. The Evidence of the Family Tree

25Chapter V. The Rue St. Honoré and the Rue de la Paix

174Chapter XXXIII. Evidence of What Should Have Happened

26Chapter VI. Mary Quite Contrary

175Chapter XXXIV. Evidence of What Did Happen

27Chapter VII. The Club and the Bullet

176Chapter I. Death Comes to Pym&#x27;s Publicity

28Chapter VIII. Mr. Parker Takes Notes

177Chapter II. Embarrassing Indiscretion of Two Typists

29Chapter IX. Goyles

178Chapter III. Inquisitive Interviews of a New Copy-writer

30Chapter X. Nothing Abides at the Noon

179Chapter IV. Remarkable Acrobatics of a Harlequin

31Chapter XI. Meribah

180Chapter V. Surprising Metamorphosis of Mr. Bredon

32Chapter XII. THE ALIBI

181Chapter VI. Singular Spotlessness of a Lethal Weapon

33Chapter XIII. MANON

182Chapter VII. Alarming Experience of a Chief-inspector

34Chapter XIV. The Edge Of The Axe Towards Him

183Chapter VIII. Convulsive Agitation of an Advertising Agency

35Chapter XV. Bar Falling

184Chapter IX. Unsentimental Masquerade of a Harlequin

36Chapter XVI. The Second String

185Chapter X. Distressing Developments of an Office Row

37Chapter XVII. The Eloquent Dead

186Chapter XI. Inexcusable Invasion of a Ducal Entertainment

38Chapter XVIII. The Speech for the Defence

187Chapter XII. Surprising Acquisition of a Junior Reporter

39Chapter XIX. Who Goes Home?

188Chapter XIII. Embarrassing Entanglement of a Group-manager

40Part I. The Medical Problem

189Chapter XIV. Hopeful Conspiracy of Two Black Sheep

41Chapter I. Overheard

190Chapter XV. Sudden Decease of a Man in Dress Clothes

42Chapter II. Miching Mallecho

191Chapter XVI. Eccentric Behaviour of a Post-office Department

43Chapter III. A Use for Spinsters

192Chapter XVII. Lachrymose Outburst of a Nobleman&#x27;s Nephew

44Chapter IV. A Bit Mental

193Chapter XVIII. Unexpected Conclusion of a Cricket Match

45Chapter V. Gossip

194Chapter XIX. Duplicate Appearances of a Notorious Personality

46Chapter VI. Found Dead

195Chapter XX. Appropriate Exit of an Unskilled Murderer

47Chapter VII. Ham and Brandy

196Chapter XXI. Death Departs from Pym&#x27;s Publicity

48Chapter VIII. Concerning Crime

197Foreword

49Chapter IX. The Will

198I. A Short Touch of Kent Treble Bob Major

50Part II. The Legal Problem

199The First Course The Bells are Rung Up

51Chapter X. The Will Again

200The Second Course The Bells in Their Courses

52Chapter XI. Cross-Roads

201II. A Full Peal of Grandsire Triples

53Chapter XII. A Tale of Two Spinsters

202The First Part Mr. Gotobed is Called Wrong with a Double

54Chapter XIII. Hallelujah

203The Second Part Lord Peter is Called into the Hunt

55Chapter XIV. Sharp Quillets of the Low

204The Third Part Lord Peter is Taken from Lead and Makes Thirds Place

56Chapter XV. Temptation of St. Peter

205The Fourth Part Lord Peter Dodges with Mr. Blundell and Passes Him

57Chapter XVI. A Cast-Iron Alibi

206The Fifth Part Tailor Paul is Called before with a Single

58Chapter XVII. The Country Lawyer’s Story

207The Sixth Part Monsieur Rozier Hunts the Treble Down

59Chapter XVIII. The London Lawyer’s Story

208The Seventh Part Plain Hunting

60Part III. The Medico-Legal Problem

209The Eighth Part Lord Peter Follows His Course Bell to Lead

61Chapter XIX. Gone Away

210The Ninth Part Emily Turns Bunter from Behind

62Chapter XX. Murder

211The Tenth Part Lord Peter is Called Wrong

63Chapter XXI. By What Means?

212III. A Short Touch of Stedman&#x27;s Triples

64Chapter XXII. A Case of Conscience

213The First Part The Quick Work

65Chapter XXIII. —And Smote Him, Thus

214The Second Part Nobby Goes in Slow and Comes Out Quick

66Chapter I. Old Mossy-face

215The Third Part Will Thoday Goes in Quick and Comes Out Slow

67Chapter II. The Queen is Out

216The Fourth Part The Slow Work

68Chapter III. Hearts Count More Than Diamonds

217The Fifth Part The Dodging

69Chapter IV. Lord Peter Leads a Club

218IV. A Full Peal of Kent Treble Bob Major

70Chapter V. —And Finds the Club Suit Blocked

219The First Part The Waters are Called Out

71Chapter VI. A Card of Re-entry

220The Second Part The Waters are Called Home

72Chapter VII. The Curse of Scotland

221The Third Part The Bells are Rung Down

73Chapter VIII. Lord Peter Leads Through Strength

222Foreword

74Chapter IX. Knave High

2231

75Chapter X. Lord Peter Forces a Card

2242

76Chapter XI. Lord Peter Clears Trumps

2253

77Chapter XII. Lord Peter Turns a Trick

2264

78Chapter XIII. Spades are Trumps

2275

79Chapter XIV. Grand Slam in Spades

2286

80Chapter XV. Shuffle the Cards and Deal Again

2297

81Chapter XVI. Quadrille

2308

82Chapter XVII. Parker Plays a Hand

2319

83Chapter XVIII. Picture-cards

23210

84Chapter XIX. Lord Peter Plays Dummy

23311

85Chapter XX. Ann Dorland Goes Misere

23412

86Chapter XXI. Lord Peter Calls a Bluff

23513

87Chapter XXII. The Cards on the Table

23614

88Post-mortem

23715

89Chapter I

23816

90Chapter II

23917

91Chapter III

24018

92Chapter IV

24119

93Chapter V

24220

94Chapter VI

24321

95Chapter VII

24422

96Chapter VIII

24523

97Chapter IX

246Prothalamion

98Chapter X

247Chapter I. New-wedded Lord

99Chapter XI

248Chapter II. Goosefeather Bed

100Chapter XII

249Chapter III. Jordan River

101Chapter XIII

250Chapter IV. Household Gods

102Chapter XIV

251Chapter V. Fury of Guns

103Chapter XV

252Chapter VI. Back to the Army Again

104Chapter XVI

253Chapter VII. Lotos and Cactus

105Chapter XVII

254Chapter VIII. £ s. d.

106Chapter XVIII

255Chapter IX. Times and Seasons

107Chapter XIX

256Chapter X. Four-ale Bar

108Chapter XX

257Chapter XI. Policeman&#x27;s Lot

109Chapter XXI

258Chapter XII. Pot-luck

110Chapter XXII

259Chapter XIII. This Way and That Way

111Chapter XXIII

260Chapter XIV. Crowner&#x27;s Quest

112Foreword

261Chapter XV. Sherry--and Bitters

113Chapter I. Campbell Quick

262Chapter XVI. Crown Matrimonial

114Chapter II. Campbell Dead

263Chapter XVII. Crown Imperial

115Chapter III. Ferguson

264Chapter XVIII. Straws in the Hair

116Chapter IV. Strachan

265Chapter XIX. Prickly Pear

117Chapter V. Waters

266Chapter XX. When You Know How, You Know Who

118Chapter VI. Farren

267Epthalamion

119Chapter VII. Graham

2681 London: Amende Honorable

120Chapter VIII. Gowan

2692 London: Denver Ducis: The Power and the Glory

121Chapter IX. Mrs. McLeod

2703 Talboys: Crown Celestial

122Chapter X. Sergeant Dalziel

271Short Stories

123Chapter XI. Inspector MacPherson

272Lord Peter Views the Body

124Chapter XII. Ferguson&#x27;s Story

273The Abominable History of the Man with Copper Fingers

125Chapter XIII. Lord Peter Wimsey

274The Entertaining Episode of the Article in Question

126Chapter XIV. Constable Ross

275The Fascinating Problem of Uncle Meleager&#x27;s Will

127Chapter XV. Bunter

276The Fantastic Horror of the Cat in the Bag

128Chapter XVI. Chief Inspector Parker

277The Unprincipled Affair of the Practical Joker

129Chapter XVII. Lord Peter Wimsey

278The Undignified Melodrama of the Bone of Contention

130Chapter XVIII. Mrs. Smith-Lemesurier

279The Vindictive Story of the Footsteps That Ran

131Chapter XIX. Waters&#x27; Story

280The Bibulous Business of a Matter of Taste

132Chapter XX. Farren&#x27;s Story

281The Learned Adventure of the Dragon&#x27;s Head

133Chapter XXI. Strachan&#x27;s Story

282The Piscatorial Farce of the Stolen Stomach

134Chapter XXII. Graham&#x27;s Story

283The Unsolved Puzzle of the Man with No Face

135Chapter XXIII. Gowan&#x27;s Story

284The Adventurous Exploit of the Cave of Ali Baba

136Chapter XXIV. Farren: Ferguson: Strachan

285Other Stories

137Chapter XXV. Graham: Gowan: Waters

286The Image in the Mirror

138Chapter XXVI. The Murderer

287The Incredible Elopement of Lord Peter Wimsey

139Chapter XXVII. Lord Peter Wimsey

288The Queen&#x27;s Square

140Chapter XXVIII. Lord Peter Wimsey

289The Necklace of Pearls

141Chapter XXIX. Lord Peter Wimsey

290In the Teeth of the Evidence

142Chapter I. The Evidence of the Corpse

291Absolutely Elsewhere

143Chapter II. The Evidence of the Road

292Striding Folly

144Chapter III. The Evidence of the Hotel

293The Haunted Policeman

145Chapter IV. The Evidence of the Razor

294Talboys

146Chapter V. The Evidence of the Betrothed

295Analysis

147Chapter VI. The Evidence of the First Barber

296Reflection

148Chapter VII. The Evidence of the Gigolos

297Memorable Quotes

149Chapter VIII. The Evidence of the Second Barber

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