Publisher's Synopsis
The Statement of Stella Maberly is a novel written by F. Anstey and first published in 1896. The story revolves around a young woman named Stella Maberly, who is accused of murdering her wealthy uncle. Despite her claims of innocence, the evidence against her is overwhelming, and she is sentenced to death. In a last-ditch effort to clear her name, Stella writes a statement detailing her version of events leading up to the murder. The novel is structured as a series of letters and documents, including Stella's statement, witness accounts, and letters between various characters. Through these different perspectives, the reader is able to piece together the complex web of relationships and motives that led to the murder. As the investigation unfolds, it becomes clear that there are many secrets and hidden agendas at play, and that not everyone is who they seem. The novel explores themes of class, gender, and power, and raises questions about justice and morality. Overall, The Statement of Stella Maberly is a gripping and suspenseful mystery that keeps the reader guessing until the very end. Anstey's skillful use of multiple narrators and unreliable witnesses adds to the intrigue and makes for a compelling read.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.
