Dead Yesterday (1916)

Dead Yesterday is a mystery novel written by Mary Agnes Hamilton and published in 1916. The story revolves around the murder of a wealthy businessman named John Maitland, who is found dead in his study. The investigation is led by Detective Inspector Furnival, who must unravel the complex web of relationships and motives among the suspects, including Maitland's wife, his business partner, and his secretary. As Furnival delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a series of secrets and lies that lead him to the shocking truth about the murder. The novel is notable for its intricate plot, well-drawn characters, and atmospheric setting, which captures the social and cultural milieu of early 20th-century England. Overall, Dead Yesterday is a classic mystery novel that will keep readers guessing until the very end.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.