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The annual charity fĂȘte at Backwater Hall in Mortshire is disrupted by the mysterious death of Lord Wherewithal and the theft of the Lisping Elbow. Confusion and misgivings abound. And, alas, the Earl of Thump's stuffed thisby is found disemboweled by the edge of the lake. Dr. Belgravius and... read more

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After luncheon Miss Underfold, the governess, waited until the Earl of Thump and Lady Emily Lisping were taking their naps before slipping away from the nursery.

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  1. Edward Gorey (Author)

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