Hagar of the Pawn-Shop

Fergus Hume

Summary

"Hagar of the Pawn-Shop" is the humorous tale, set in London, about the workers of a pawn shop. Jacob Dix had built a successful pawn shop by driving hard bargains, therefore earning himself a bad reputation as a stingy man. His marriage to his late wife Hagar had given him a son, Jimmy, who at the moment was inclined to avoid his father's presence. Relaxing at home with a friend, he was surprised to receive a loud knock at his door. Surprise however turned to shock when the visitor introduced herself as Hagar Stanley, a name eerily identical to his late wife's maiden name…

Available since: 11/09/2021.

Print length: 173 pages.

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