This prolific author, renowned for his incredible work ethic and rapid writing pace, primarily gained fame for his gripping detective and western stories. His literary style is characterized by an ability to quickly immerse readers in the narrative and maintain suspense. Drawing inspiration from his own tumultuous life, occasional personal dramas and chaotic relationships informed the themes within his work. Despite a life marked by instability, his extensive body of work left an indelible mark on popular literature, particularly in the crime and western genres.
In a small English town the body of a middle aged man is found in the woods and three different people think they may be responsible for his death. Artist Sam Marlowe becomes a good-natured sleuth, helping the townspeople to bury, dig up, and rebury the corpse in an effort to evade the authorities and discover the truth about Harry.