The Old Man in the Corner

In "The Old Man in the Corner," an old man in a London tea house sparks a conversation with a young lady reporter, Miss Polly Burton, about the nature of crime and mystery. As they discuss a notorious unsolved murder, she becomes captivated by his intriguing insights and the stories he shares, which showcase his remarkable detection skills. This collection, written by Baroness Orczy, features a series of entertaining tales that started in 1901 and established a unique character in the realm of crime fiction. Read with a light touch by Martyn Swain, these classic stories blend clever plots with engaging dialogue.