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Murders And Lies: The Victorian ARG?
Saturday, June 16, 2007
So through my letterbox the t'uther day dropped a mysterious, wax-sealed envelope addressed to The Right Honourable Guy Parsons MP. Inside was a letter and a small newsletter. Here's the cover of the newsletter:
The cover letter reads:
Murders and Lies, A publication of The Honourable Society Of Artful Endeavors (PO Box 48582, London, NW4 9BZ) June Seventh, Eighteen Ninety-SevenThe pamphlet itself is full of curious and noteworthy tales of the turn-of-the-century chattering classes, covering murders, tiffs, unusual mushrooms, and naturally featuring letters and classifieds. You can view the entire package contents on my Flickr.
TO THE RIGHT HONOURABLE GUY PARSONS, MP
Sir,
A friend has suggested your name to us as a person of discernment who would be interested in receiving a subscription to our occasional news circular. Be assured that no payment is required. Should you be interested in extending our friendship yet further, we may in future have one or two minor tasks for you to undertake. We would also welcome your letters and comments on our publication, at the above postal box address. Be assured, however, that even should you not choose to correspond with us, we remain your loyal and obedient servants,
Mr Joshua 'Kit' Ballantyne and Contessa Anastasia Di Spagliamo
So, curious. One source suggests this could be the beginning of "the most exclusive ARG ever" - but of course, I'll be sure to keep y'all updated. If you'd dearly love to receive correspondance of your own, perhaps it's worth sending a polite and articulate subscription request to the offices of the Honourable Society of Artful Endeavors. It couldn't hurt, anyway...
Labels: arg, game, murdersandlies, mystery, victorian