The Mystery of the Locks

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Howe, E. W. (Edgar Watson), 1853-1937.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Mystery of the Locks" by E. W. Howe is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds in the town of Davy's Bend, depicting the desolate atmosphere and the lives of its inhabitants, particularly focusing on the arrival of Allan Dorris, the new owner of an enigmatic house known as The Locks. The narrative promises a blend of mystery and character exploration as it delves into the interactions and peculiarities of small-town life. At the start of the novel, the setting is established during a dark, rainy night in the rundown town of Davy's Bend, characterized by its failing prospects and abandoned spaces. A stranger-Allan Dorris-arrives, creating a stir among the locals. He finds himself dealing not only with the grim realities of the town but also with the ghostly reputation of The Locks, which is linked to stories of a mysterious light and a long-unoccupied keyless room. The opening introduces a range of colorful characters, including Silas Davy and Tug Whittle, who observe Dorris with curiosity, setting the stage for intrigue as Dorris contemplates his decision to reside in such a dismal place. As the story progresses, it hints at personal struggles and community dynamics that may unravel further, inviting readers into the unfolding mystery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Chris Curnow, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 69.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2011-05-27