The Residuary Legatee; Or, The Posthumous Jest of the Late John Austin

Frederic Jesup Stimson's novel, 'The Residuary Legatee; Or, The Posthumous Jest of the Late John Austin', is a captivating tale set in the late 19th century America. The book follows the story of a young lawyer, John Austin, who inherits a mysterious fortune under the condition that he fulfills a series of bizarre tasks. Stimson's writing style combines elements of satire and mystery, making the n...