The Marathon Mystery

The Marathon Mystery: A Story of Manhattan is a novel written by Burton Egbert Stevenson and published in 1904. The book is a mystery story set in the bustling city of New York, where a group of friends are caught up in a thrilling adventure. The story follows the protagonist, Jim Godfrey, a young man who becomes embroiled in a series of mysterious events after he witnesses a murder during a marathon race. The plot thickens as Jim and his friends try to unravel the mystery, which leads them to various suspects and dangerous situations. Along the way, they encounter corrupt officials, shady characters, and unexpected twists and turns that keep the reader guessing until the very end. The Marathon Mystery is a classic tale of suspense and intrigue that captures the essence of turn-of-the-century New York City.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.