The Blind Barber

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A cultivated detective story set aboard an ocean liner. Detective Dr. Fell assists Captain Whistler in solving a case that unfolds on his luxury ship traveling from New York to Southampton. During the voyage, the nephew of a government official is attacked, and a portion of an amateur film he made, featuring his uncle in a compromising situation, is stolen. The film's release could have dire consequences for his uncle's career. Additionally, Lord Sturton's rare jewel, the "Emerald Elephant," goes missing, and his assistant is murdered. As Dr. Fell investigates, he uncovers discrepancies regarding the lord's identity, ultimately revealing the culprit and bringing the case to a successful conclusion.