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PREFACE.
CHAPTER I.
CHAPTER II.
CHAPTER III.
CHAPTER IV.
CHAPTER V.
CHAPTER VI.
CHAPTER VII.
CHAPTER VIII.
Geneva, a thriving little town nestled amid rolling farmlands and rich coal seams, buzzes with the honest labor of farmers, miners, and craftsmen. The sun‑lit fields and bustling market streets paint a picture of prosperity, while the old mill and soot‑darkened factories hint at the hard work that underpins the community’s success. This vivid backdrop sets the stage for a story that feels both familiar and compelling.
When a bold burglary shakes the town’s tranquil rhythm, four young men seize the chance for quick gain, only to find themselves entangled in a meticulous investigation. A determined detective follows a trail of clues through the village’s alleys and mines, exposing the thieves’ careless choices. As the chase unfolds, listeners are treated to a realistic glimpse of 19th‑century law enforcement and the inevitable consequences that await those who betray the trust of their neighbors.
Language
en
Duration
~5 hours (324K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2006-02-12
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1819–1884
A Scottish-born detective and abolitionist, he founded the Pinkerton National Detective Agency and became one of the best-known crime fighters of 19th-century America. He is also remembered for his wartime intelligence work for the Union and for claiming to have helped foil a plot against Abraham Lincoln before the president-elect reached Washington.
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