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Inspector Imanishi Investigates

Name: Inspector Imanishi Investigates
SKU: 6911
Availability: InStock

By Seicho Matsumoto

د.م. 125,00

A seasoned detective boards a train, unaware a corpse lies in the next car. Inspector Imanishi’s hunt for a killer weaves through Japan’s cities and countryside, uncovering hidden grudges and shattered dreams. Clues point to a suspect who vanishes like smoke, testing Imanishi’s famed intuition. A locked-room puzzle? A perfect alibi? Or something darker? The answer lies in a past no one wants unearthed. 🚂🔍🎭

ISBN:12X13X14 Publication Date:January 1, 1961 Language:English Print Length:360 pages Categories:Crime, English books, Fiction, Mystery

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Inspector Imanishi Investigates follows the methodical and intuitive detective Eitaro Imanishi as he unravels a perplexing murder case in post-war Japan. When a corpse is discovered on a train, Imanishi’s investigation leads him across the country, piecing together clues that hint at a web of secrets, societal tensions, and personal vendettas. Matsumoto’s writing captures the quiet intensity of a detective determined to balance logic with empathy, offering a stark contrast to Western noir tropes. The novel delves into themes of isolation, the clash between tradition and modernity, and the moral ambiguities lurking beneath everyday life. With its slow-burn pacing and richly drawn characters, the story feels both timeless and deeply rooted in its cultural context. Readers will appreciate the meticulous attention to detail and the satisfying payoff of a mystery that hinges on human psychology as much as forensic evidence.