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The Attenbury Emeralds: A Lord Peter Wimsey/Harriet Vane Mystery (Lord Peter Wimsey/Harriet Vane, 3),Used
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In 1936, Dorothy L. Sayers abandoned the last Lord Peter Wimsey detective story. Sixty years later, a brown paper parcel containing a copy of the manuscript was discovered in her agent's safe in London, and awardwinning novelist Jill Paton Walsh was commissioned to complete it. The result of the pairing of Dorothy L. Sayers with Walsh was the international bestseller Thrones, Dominations.Now, following A Presumption of Death, set during World War II, comes a new Sayersinspired mystery featuring Lord Peter Wimsey, revisiting his very first case. . . . It was 1921 when Lord Peter Wimsey first encountered the Attenbury Emeralds. The recovery of the gems in Lord Attenbury's dazzling heirloom collection made headlinesand launched a shellshocked young aristocrat on his career as a detective.Thirty years later, a happily married Lord Peter has just shared the secrets of that mystery with his wife, the detective novelist Harriet Vane. Suddenly, the new Lord Attenburygrandson of Lord Peter's first clientseeks his help to prove who owns the emeralds. As Harriet and Peter contemplate the changes that the war has wrought on English societyand Peter, who always cherished the liberties of a younger son, faces the unwanted prospect of ending up the Duke of Denver after allJill Paton Walsh brings us a masterful new chapter in the annals of one of the greatest detectives of all time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main plot of 'The Attenbury Emeralds'? A: 'The Attenbury Emeralds' revolves around Lord Peter Wimsey, who is called upon to help determine the rightful owner of the Attenbury Emeralds, a collection of precious gems linked to his first case from 1921. Set in the context of post-World War II England, it explores themes of change in society and personal legacy.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Jill Paton Walsh, who was commissioned to complete the unfinished manuscript initially started by Dorothy L. Sayers.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: 'The Attenbury Emeralds' is part of the Lord Peter Wimsey/Harriet Vane series and is the third installment, following 'Thrones, Dominations' and 'A Presumption of Death'.
- Q: What is the genre of 'The Attenbury Emeralds'? A: The book falls under the Historical Mystery genre, blending elements of crime, investigation, and historical context.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'The Attenbury Emeralds' contains 352 pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of its plot and characters.
- Q: What type of binding is used for this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: When was 'The Attenbury Emeralds' published? A: 'The Attenbury Emeralds' was published on January 31, 2012.
- Q: What condition is the book in when purchased? A: The book is sold as 'New', ensuring that it is in pristine condition upon arrival.
- Q: Can this book be read independently or does it require prior knowledge of earlier books? A: While 'The Attenbury Emeralds' is part of a series, it can be read independently. However, familiarity with the earlier books may enhance the understanding of character development and backstory.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Attenbury Emeralds'? A: The book explores themes of mystery, the impact of war on society, personal identity, and the legacy of past events as Lord Peter Wimsey navigates his role as a detective.