The Old Man in the Corner
About this book
The Old Man (Bill Owen) sits in a cheap restaurant frequented by journalists and plays with a bit of string, which he ties into elaborate knots as he talks. Addressing himself to Polly Burton, a young newspaperwoman with whom he has struck up a slight acquaintance, he focuses upon crimes mentioned in the newspapers. He summarizes the circumstances, describes the personalities, and then sneeringly provides the correct solution which has evaded the police.
Reader Profile
4.1/5 · 20 readers · 219 pages · ≈ 4 h 03 m · Challenging
How long does it take to read The Old Man in the Corner?
About ≈ 4 h 03 m — 219 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is The Old Man in the Corner?
219 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is The Old Man in the Corner?
It sits on the Adventure, Mystery, History shelves.
Is The Old Man in the Corner in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Where does The Old Man in the Corner take place?
It is set in Great Britain, London (England) during 1800-1950, Edward VII, 1901-1910.
Who wrote The Old Man in the Corner?
Emma Orczy.
Where can I read The Old Man in the Corner online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library