The Original Arthur B Reeve

My idea of the thing, Jameson,” continued Kennedy, “is that the professor of criminal science ought to work with, not against, the regular detectives. They’ re all right. They’ re indispensable, of course. Half the secret of success nowadays is organisation. The professor of criminal science should be merely what the professor in a technical school often is—a sort of consulting engineer. For instance, I believe that organisation plus science would go far toward clearing up that Wall Street case I see you are reading...FROM THE BOOKS.

Craig Kennedy, Scientific Detective, the American Sherlock Holmes, first appeared in Cosmopolitan magazine. We present his first twelve stories in original order in facsimile reproduction: The Case of Helen Bond, The Silent Bullet, The Bacteriological Detective, The Deadly Tube, The Seismograph Adventure, The Diamond Maker, The Azure Ring, "Spontaneous Combustion", The Terror in the Air, The Black Hand, The Artificial Paradise, The Steel Door.

This early work by Arthur Benjamin Reeve was originally published in 1914 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography. 'The Dream Doctor' features super-sleuth Professor Craig Kennedy who is sometimes referred to as “The American Sherlock Holmes” due to his astounding ability at crime solving and his Watson-like sidekick Walter Jameson, a newspaper reporter. In 'The Dream Doctor,' Kennedy uses his knowledge of chemistry and psychoanalysis to solve mysteries; with the help of exotic devices such as lie detectors, gyroscopes, and portable seismographs. Arthur Benjamin Reeve was born on 15th October 1880 in New York, USA. Reeve received his University education at Princeton and upon graduating enrolled at the New York Law School. However, his career was not destined to be in the field of Law. Between 1910 and 1918 he produced 82 short stories for Cosmopolitan. During this period he also began authoring screenplays, and by the end of the decade, his film career was at its peak with his name appearing on seven films, most of them serials and three of them starring Harry Houdini. Reeve later continued to write detective stories for pulp magazines, but also covered many celebrated crime cases for various newspapers, including the murder of William Desmond Taylor, and the trial of Lindbergh baby kidnapper, Bruno Hauptmann. In 1932 he moved to Trenton to be near his alma mater. He died on 9th August 1936.

" The Ear in the Wall " by using Arthur B. Reeve is a fascinating mystery novel that follows the superb detective Craig Kennedy on a quest to solve a confusing case. Reeve's work epitomizes the Golden Age of detective fiction, mixing scientific ingenuity with deductive reasoning. The narrative starts offevolved with Kennedy receiving a mysterious package deal containing a human ear. This macabre discovery propels him into a complex investigation concerning blackmail, intrigue, and homicide. As Kennedy delves into the case, he employs his medical knowledge and current forensic strategies to resolve the layers of deception. The plot unfolds with suspenseful twists and turns, maintaining readers on the brink in their seats as Kennedy navigates an internet of conspiracies and hidden motives. Reeve's storytelling prowess shines thru as he crafts a story that now not handiest showcases the brilliance of his detective protagonist but also keeps the reader guessing until the very last revelation. In "The Ear in the Wall," Arthur B. Reeve supplies a masterful thriller that now not most effective entertains however additionally showcases the clinical and investigative acumen of Craig Kennedy. The novel stands as a testament to Reeve's contribution to the genre and his capacity to create compelling and intellectually pleasurable detective memories.

This second volume in the Arthur B. Reeve Detective Series features Craig Kennedy, Scientific Detective in a series of twelve stories includes "The Germ of Death," "The White Slave," "The Confidence King," "The Invisible Ray," and eight more. Illustrated with the original hardcover artwork and newspaper artwork.

"The Exploits of Elaine" through Arthur B. Reeve is a exciting mystery novel that introduces readers to the imaginitive detective Craig Kennedy and his intrepid partner Elaine Dodge. This early painting in the genre of clinical detective fiction showcases Reeve's skills for crafting gripping and suspenseful narratives. The story revolves around Elaine, a resourceful young girl, who will become entangled in a series of complicated crimes orchestrated by an elusive crook mastermind referred to as "The Clutching Hand." With Craig Kennedy's clinical acumen and Elaine's daring spirit, the duo tackles a string of baffling cases regarding thefts, kidnappings, and a mysterious substance called "X-7." Reeve includes present day scientific concepts and technologies of the time into the narrative, adding a unique and innovative layer to the traditional detective story. "The Exploits of Elaine" captivates readers with its speedy-paced plot, clever deductions, and a dynamic partnership between its two protagonists. As a pioneering work within the realm of clinical detective fiction, Arthur B. Reeve's "The Exploits of Elaine" remains an attractive and influential contribution to the thriller style, setting the level for the development of next detective testimonies and the evolving position of technological know-how in crime-fixing.

This early work by Arthur Benjamin Reeve was originally published in 1916 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography. 'The Romance of Elaine' is the sequel to 'Exploits of Elaine' still featuring Professor Craig Kennedy who is sometimes compared to as “The American Sherlock Holmes” due to his astounding ability at crime solving and his Watson-like sidekick Walter Jameson. Arthur Benjamin Reeve was born on 15th October 1880 in New York, USA. Reeve received his University education at Princeton and upon graduating enrolled at the New York Law School. However, his career was not destined to be in the field of Law. Between 1910 and 1918 he produced 82 short stories for Cosmopolitan. 'The Exploits of Elaine' was Reeves first screenplay, and by the end of the decade, his film career was at its peak with his name appearing on seven films, most of them serials and three of them starring Harry Houdini. Reeves died on 9th August 1936, a few years after moving to Trenton.

Reproduction of the original: The Ear in the Wall by Arthur B. Reeve