The Black Box

"The Black Box" by E. Phillips Oppenheim is an early 20th-century novel centered on Sanford Quest, a celebrated master criminologist known for his unusual crime-solving abilities. The story is an intriguing blend of mystery and suspense, revealing a series of crimes and mysterious characters in a tense environment. At the beginning, Sanford Quest is introduced in New York as a respected and intriguing figure. He meets Quest himself while being introduced to the city by his cousin. Quest is described as a master detective who inspires both respect and dread. The story uses this setup to look at themes of crime, moral decisions, and the psychology of criminal behavior. Quest's complex character suggests that the story will look into the crimes he investigates and the inner workings of the man behind the famous name.