Secret Service; or, Recollections of a City Detective
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Published in 1864, "Secret Service; or, Recollections of a City Detective" by Andrew Forrester presents a series of captivating accounts from the perspective of an unnamed "City Detective." Employing a dry wit, the detective narrates his involvement in diverse cases ranging from political corruption to forgery, theft, smuggling, and infidelity. The work provides a captivating exploration of crime and the intricate investigations undertaken to solve it.Book Details
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