File No. 113

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Author: Emile Gaboriau

By Emile Gaboriau

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A daring theft at a prominent Paris banking house triggers the arrest of a young clerk and a formal police inquiry that follows multiple leads and misdirections. Detectives piece together financial irregularities, secret letters, and furtive movements among clerks, while attendants, hotel residents, and bank officials become entwined in suspicion. The narrative alternates procedural reconstruction and close social observation, exposing personal debts, hidden alliances, and calculated deception until the investigative process uncovers the network of motives and the method by which the crime was committed.

About the Author

Emile Gaboriau

Émile Gaboriau was a pioneering French author known for his contributions to the detective fiction genre. Active in the 19th century, he is often credited with laying the groundwork for modern crime novels. His notable works include "Monsieur Lecoq," which features a brilliant detective and showcases Gaboriau's intricate plotting and character development. Other significant titles include "The Lerouge Case" and "Baron Trigault's Vengeance," both of which reflect his keen insight into human psychology and societal issues. Gaboriau's writing is characterized by suspenseful narratives and a focus on the methods of investigation, making him a key figure in the evolution of detective literature.