The Whispering Man

The Whispering Man (1908) is a novel by Henry Kitchell Webster that combines romance, mystery, and murder. The story follows Drew, a lawyer, who learns of the death of Dr. Roscoe Marshall, a prominent alienist, and is shocked to find out that Madeline Marshall, a former love interest of Drew's, is the doctor's wife. The son of Marshall, who has come at his mother's request, suspects murder. This edition of the novel features a beautifully designed cover and a professionally typeset manuscript, making it a classic of American mystery fiction reimagined for modern readers.

Format: Hardback
Length: 150 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2022
Publisher: West Margin Press

The Whispering Man, a novel penned by Henry Kitchell Webster in 1908, stands as a testament to his remarkable career as a popular author of magazine serials. Set against the backdrop of his peak literary prowess, The Whispering Man weaves a captivating narrative that intertwines romance, mystery, and murder. Laden with intricate twists and convoluted motives, this underappreciated whodunnit has endured for over a century since its initial publication.

On a fateful evening, Drew, accompanied by his new friend and neighbor, Arthur Jeffrey, a painter, engages in a conversation over dinner at a restaurant. In the course of their discussion, they inadvertently touch upon the life and work of Dr. Roscoe Marshall, a renowned alienist, who has passed away from natural causes. Interestingly, moments before this revelation, Drew and Jeffrey had been discussing Marshalls contributions to Drews area of expertise, which revolves around legal evidence. Jeffrey, in turn, shared details about his portrait work for Marshalls wife, Madeline Marshall, née Cartwright.

Unbeknownst to Drew, Madeline Marshall holds a special place in his heart—she was once his former love interest. The discussion has stirred up a painful memory within him, reminding him of a chapter from his past that he had hoped to forget. As he gazes across the dining room, his eyes meet Marshalls son, who has arrived at his mothers request. The young man utters only one word in the cab ride back to their apartment: murder.

The news of Dr. Marshalls death sends shockwaves through Drew, and he cannot shake off the feeling that something is amiss. The mystery deepens as he delves deeper into the circumstances surrounding his fathers demise. With a beautifully designed cover and a meticulously typeset manuscript, this edition of Henry Kitchell Websters The Whispering Man emerges as a classic of American mystery fiction, reimagined for contemporary readers.

Dimension: 203 x 127 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781513133980