Lord Peter Views the Body

"Lord Peter Views the Body" by Dorothy L. Sayers is a captivating collection of twelve short stories featuring the erudite and debonair detective Lord Peter Wimsey. Each story presents a unique and intriguing mystery, showcasing Wimsey's sharp intellect, keen observational skills, and flair for solving complex cases. The stories in this collection are: "The Abominable History of the Man with Copper Fingers" - Lord Peter investigates a sculptor whose art conceals a gruesome secret "The Entertaining Episode of the Article in Question" - A missing letter leads Wimsey into a labyrinthine puzzle of intrigue and blackmail "The Fascinating Problem of Uncle Meleager's Will" - Wimsey unravels a cryptic riddle involving an eccentric uncle's will and a hidden fortune "The Fantastic Horror of the Cat in the Bag" - A grisly discovery in a luggage bag sets Lord Peter on the trail of a cold-blooded murderer "The Unprincipled Affair of the Practical Joker" - A practical joke turns deadly, and Wimsey must uncover the culprit behind the fatal prank "The Undignified Melodrama of the Bone of Contention" - A family feud over a valuable relic escalates into murder, and Wimsey steps in to resolve the case "The Vindictive Story of the Footsteps That Ran" - Strange footsteps and a haunting lead Wimsey to a clever and surprising resolution "The Bibulous Business of a Matter of Taste" - Wimsey's refined palate helps him solve a myster involving poisoned wine "The Learned Adventure of the Dragon's Head" - A curious artifact and an academic dispute result in a deadly confrontation "The Piscatorial Farce of the Stolen Stomach" - A seemingly absurd case involving a missing stomach turns into a serious investigation for Wimsey "The Unsolved Puzzle of the Man with No Face" - A body with a missing face presents a perplexing puzzle for Wimsey to decode "The Adventurous Exploit of the Cave of Ali Baba" - A thrilling tale of a hidd treasure and a dangerous criminal network Throughout the collection, Sayers deftly combines wit, humor, and intricate plotting, allowing readers to appreciate Lord Peter Wimsey's deductive genius and his charming personality. "Lord Peter Views the Body" offers a delightful array of mysteries that demonstrate Sayers' talent for crafting engaging and thought-provoking detective fiction.