The Silent House (1907)

The Silent House is a mystery novel written by Fergus Hume and first published in 1907. The story is set in England and revolves around the murder of a wealthy man named Mr. North. The novel follows the investigation of the murder by Inspector Chippenfield and his assistant, Detective Sergeant Kidd. The suspects include Mr. North's wife, his secretary, his niece, and several other individuals who were present in the house on the night of the murder. The investigation takes several twists and turns as new evidence is uncovered and the detectives try to piece together the motive for the crime. The novel is known for its intricate plot and surprising twists, and is considered a classic of the mystery genre.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.