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Book Synopsis: Having become one of Canada’s first police detectives in 1882, Nicholas Power developed a reputation as the nation’s very own super sleuth, hailed in the newspapers as a homegrown 'Sherlock Holmes'. He was involved in all the most heinous and shocking cases of the day, swiftly, almost superhumanly, determining the culprit and their modus operandi from only the barest of evidence. But all was not what it seemed. There was growing concern, even in courts at the time, that Power was suborning investigations, framing innocent men and was in truth very far from the ‘super sleuth’ he claimed to be. His repeated attempts to enhance his own image regularly trumped the pursuit of justice and the innocent paid the price - sometimes with their lives. Author and historian Bob Gordon traces Power’s career from its earliest beginnings as a lowly constable through his meteoric rise to chief of police, via some of the most scandalous criminal investigations the world has ever seen.
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Introducing "The Bad Detective: The Incredible Cases of Nic Power" - a thrilling book that takes you on a journey through the captivating life of Canada's legendary police detective, Nicholas Power. Uncover the shocking truth about this self-proclaimed 'super sleuth' as you dive into his most heinous and mysterious cases.
Step back in time to the late 19th century, where Power became renowned as the nation's very own Sherlock Holmes. With his uncanny ability to decipher the smallest pieces of evidence, he was hailed in newspapers across the country. But there was more to Power than met the eye.
In "The Bad Detective," author and historian Bob Gordon exposes the dark side of Power's career. Despite his reputation for solving crimes swiftly and almost superhumanly, there were concerns that he manipulated investigations, framing innocent men along the way. The pursuit of justice often took a backseat to Power's quest for personal glory, leaving the innocent to suffer the consequences.
Travel with Gordon as he traces Power's journey from a humble constable to the chief of police, all while unraveling some of the most scandalous criminal investigations of the era. With rich historical detail and gripping storytelling, "The Bad Detective" will keep you on the edge of your seat until the final page.
Don't miss your chance to discover the truth behind Canada's enigmatic detective. Immerse yourself in "The Bad Detective: The Incredible Cases of Nic Power" and experience the excitement and intrigue of a bygone era.
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