A Case in Camera

Name: A Case in Camera
Author: Oliver Onions

By Oliver Onions

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The narrative opens with a convivial breakfast at an artist's Chelsea studio and then turns to the killing, on a May morning in 1919, of one young man by another who professed friendship. The book reconstructs the peculiar circumstances around the death, follows the ripple effects on a circle of acquaintances drawn from the art world and naval life, and traces subsequent inquiries and a private legal examination. Through detailed social observation and shifting masks of motive it examines culpability, loyalty, and the uneasy gap between outward appearance and inner truth.

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Oliver Onions

Oliver Onions was an English author known for his contributions to early 20th-century literature, particularly in the realms of fiction and short stories. His works often explore themes of modernity and human relationships, as seen in notable titles such as "A Case in Camera" and "Gray Youth: The Story of a Very Modern Courtship and a Very Modern Marriage." Onions' storytelling is characterized by a blend of realism and psychological insight, making his narratives both engaging and thought-provoking. His collection "Back o' the Moon, and Other Stories" showcases his ability to weave intricate tales that reflect the complexities of life during his time.