The Argosy

# The Mystery of Allan Grale by Isabella Fyvie Mayo

Volume XL of The Argosy (July-December 1885), edited by Mrs. Henry Wood, contains the serialized mystery novel "The Mystery of Allan Grale" by Isabella Fyvie Mayo, illustrated by M. Ellen Edwards. This installment spans chapters XXIV through XLVI, tracking the investigation surrounding Allan Grale's mysterious disappearance. Dr. Palmer questions Edgar Vivian about his relationship with the absent Allan, revealing that Edgar borrowed fifty pounds from him and had requested a meeting at the Black Pool that Allan never attended. The narrative explores suspicions of possible wrongdoing and suicide through conversations at Dering Court involving Maria, General Vivian, and other characters. The volume also includes numerous short stories, serialized fiction like "Christobel" by Joyce Darrell, poems, and illustrated articles on topics ranging from domestic life to literary criticism.