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Unnatural Death, Classics To Go

Unnatural Death is a mystery novel written by Dorothy L. Sayers and published in 1927. The story is centered around the suspicious death of an elderly lady named Miss Agatha Dawson, who appeared to die of natural causes but had made a remark suggesting she may have been murdered. Lord Peter Wimsey, a wealthy amateur detective, becomes interested in the case and begins to investigate. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a series of previous suspicious deaths linked to the same suspect, a seemingly innocent nurse named Nurse Climpson. Wimsey must work quickly to gather evidence and prevent any further murders before it's too late. Along the way, he is assisted by his friend Inspector Parker, as well as the intrepid Miss Climpson herself. The novel explores themes of justice, morality, and the pursuit of truth, while also providing a complex and engaging mystery for readers to solve.

Dorothy L. Sayers

Dorothy L. Sayers (1893-1957) was a British author and scholar, best known for her detective fiction featuring the character Lord Peter Wimsey. She was born in Oxford, England, and attended Somerville College, where she earned a degree in modern languages. Sayers worked as a teacher and advertising copywriter before turning to writing fiction. Her first book, "Whose Body?" (1923), introduced the character of Lord Peter Wimsey, a gentleman detective with a flair for solving crimes. The Wimsey series became extremely popular, and Sayers went on to publish a total of 11 novels featuring the character. In addition to her fiction writing, Sayers was also a scholar and translator. She translated Dante's "Divine Comedy" into English and wrote extensively on medieval literature and theology. Sayers's work on the "Divine Comedy" is still considered a definitive translation and is widely read today. Sayers was also a prominent figure in the early 20th-century women's suffrage movement and was one of the first women to be awarded a degree from Oxford. She was a vocal advocate for women's rights and equality throughout her life. Dorothy L. Sayers's contributions to literature and scholarship were significant, and her legacy continues to be felt today. Her detective fiction, particularly the Lord Peter Wimsey series, helped to shape the genre and set the standard for subsequent writers. Her work as a translator and scholar also had a profound impact on the study of medieval literature and history.

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