The Summit House Mystery

The Summit House Mystery: Or The Earthly Purgatory is a novel written by Lily Dougall and published in 1905. The story revolves around a group of people who are staying at the Summit House, a remote mountain lodge in Switzerland. They are stranded there due to a snowstorm and are forced to spend several days together. As they pass the time, strange events begin to occur, including unexplained noises and sightings of a mysterious figure. The guests become increasingly paranoid and suspicious of each other, and tensions rise as they try to uncover the truth behind the strange occurrences. The novel explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the consequences of one's actions. It delves into the psychology of the characters and their motivations, as they confront their past mistakes and try to make amends. Overall, The Summit House Mystery: Or The Earthly Purgatory is a gripping tale of suspense and intrigue, with a thought-provoking message about the human condition.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.