Whose Body?

Main Ideas

• Murder investigation: The book focuses on a detective story where the main character, Lord Peter Wimsey, investigates a mysterious murder, trying to determine whose body was found in the bathroom.
• Identity and disguise: A key theme is the question of identity, as the body is found without clothes or documents, complicating its identification.
• Social classes and prejudices: Sayers explores social classes and prejudices, showing how they affect the perception and interaction of characters.
• Intellectual investigation: Lord Peter Wimsey uses his analytical skills and knowledge to solve the crime, emphasizing the importance of intellect in detective work.
• Psychological aspects of crime: The author pays attention to the psychological motives and inner world of criminals and detectives, exploring how they influence their actions and decisions.