mystery

something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained

"how it got out is a mystery"

"it remains one of nature's secrets" a story about a crime (usually murder) presented as a novel or play or movie

*In modern colloquial English, a ''mystery'' is a subgenre of detective fiction (see mystery fiction).

''Mystery!'' is a PBS program showing United KingdomBritish detective fiction series.

Also in modern colloquial English, a ''mystery'' is something which is unknown.

Originally ''mystery'' was a religionreligious term. Thus the Sacred Mysteries were rites into which only the initiated were admitted, lest they become the object of ridicule. See also Mystery religion.

Another sense of the word ''mystery'' is defined by the Catholic Encyclopedia as "a supernatural truth ... that of its very nature lies above the finite intelligence".

In medieval Britain, ''mystery'' meant a craft, trade or profession. Thus an apprentice to one of the guilds would be said to be learning the mysteries of that guild.

Both of the above meanings: supernatural truth or trade may be the origin of the name mystery play applied to a form of religious drama.

''Mystery'' is the name of a list of chess engineschess engine. See Mystery (chess).

''Mystery'' is also one of the four cats belonging to Emily Strange. (see Mystery Strange)

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Marxbooks
Science fiction and Fantasy collector's editions and recent books. Fiction in all fields available. Reasonable to cheap prices.
http://www.marxbooks.com/

Murder mystery party games from Freeform Games
Have you got what it takes to solve the murder, achieve your goals and keep your guilty secrets hidden from everyone else? It's up to you! Our murder mystery games put you in the middle of the action. We don't give you a predetermined script to read out, we don't drip feed your background to you - we don't even know how the game will end.
http://www.freeformgames.com/

Wrigley-Cross Books
Wrigley-Cross Books specializes in collectible science fiction, fantasy, horror, and mystery books-both new and used. We carry a large selection of small press titles and many British imports in new books. In addition our inventory includes a variety of non-fiction titles in all categories.
http://www.wrigleycrossbooks.com/

Gypsy Productions
Specializing in Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Theater.
http://www.justmurder.com/

Murder in the Grove
Visit site for information on the Intermountain Northwest's only annual mystery conference for readers and writers. Authors, agents, editors and forensics experts speak at the conference each year.
http://murderinthegrove.com

Magic Theater DiArchy
Magic Theater 'DiArchy' demonstrate various arts of illusion, magic, extremely dangerous and unbelievable tricks. Super show!!!
http://www.diarchy.lt/

Self Portraits
The original and best online Self family resource
http://www.selfroots.com/

Gerry Boyle, Crime Novelist
A website about the work of crime novelist Gerry Boyle, author of the Jack McMorrow mystery series.
http://www.gerryboyle.com/

The ZONE
science fiction, fantasy, horror, mystery nonfiction
http://www.zone-sf.com/

www.WritingResource.org/
This non-profit is a primary resource for writers, readers, teachers, students, and professionals. It is dedicated to rhetoric, the art of communication. For those with a passion for language, reading, stories, poetry, drama, and literature, this is the place. We provide sources and resources for grammar, style, tutoring, quotations, dictionaries, proofreading, esl, ennl, creative writing, translation, publishing, journalism, and editing. Portals to activism, civic commitment, and social change are included. Welcome and enjoy!
http://www.WritingResource.org/

Partners in Crime
Partners in Crime seeks to educate,, inspire, and provide fellowship for mystery readers and writers, thereby promoting the field of mystery. See website for information on updoming speakers and events.
http://www.partnersincrimeboise.com

Mystery House Music - by Marcus
Marcus is a singer songwriter with great lyrics and a rock & roll edge. A soothing sound with drive.
http://www.mysteryhouse.ca/

The Realm of Shadow Glen - ShadowGlen.com
A fantasy gameworld based on Celtic and Pagan beliefs. Many races, skills, runic magicks and extensive character customization! Fun for all ages.
http://www.shadowglen.com/

The Official Website for author, Vicki M. Taylor
Award winning author, Vicki M. Taylor writes dramatic fiction with strong, unforgettable women characters. Vicki M. Taylor attacks the hard issues and brings them to the forefront with a deftness that outshines most other authors. Her ability to sink her teeth into these headline issues and pull the reader into the story makes her one of the best authors of this new century. No issue is too controversial for Vicki. Murder, teenage suicide, domestic violence and more, you'll find Vicki M. Taylor's stories not only give you the harsh realities of the character's life but she wraps you up in their private emotional lives as well - daring you to not care, not feel, not read.
http://www.vickimtaylor.com/

The History and Mystery of New England and Beyond
A wonderful book about the more popular legends and spooky nhappenings in the cradle of American Culture.
http://www.raqueldigati.com/

Three Sisters Mysteries - Murder Mystery Party Service
Three Sisters Mysteries is a Murder Mystery Party Service, we organize and coordinate murder mystery parties (as well as other themed events) for any type of social event or gathering!
http://www.mysteries-inc.com/

Vicente Reyes: American Romantic Poet, 21st Century
The romantic poetry of New Age 21st Century poet Vicente Reyes, dramatized with graphics and midi music. The work of this modern poet is both complex yet easy to comprehend, for he writes about universal values common to all societies and times in the history of mankind.
http://www.thepoetsdiary.com/

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Xcalak, Costa Maya, Quintana Roo, Yucatan Caribbean beach Mexico travel and vacation adventures stories, blogs, free fiction ebook, jokes, pictures and photos, local weather information, fishing, scuba shop Portillas.com
http://www.portillas.com/

BookLoons
BookLoons has thousands of searchable book reviews across genres (updated weekly), columns, contests, online reading, and sections for Teens and Children.
http://www.bookloons.com/

MysteryNet.com
Online mystery network offering mystery entertainment and information.
http://www.MysteryNet.com/

The Mystery Reader
The latest reviews and news of current mystery novels.
http://themysteryreader.com/

PBS Online
This Web site from the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) features companion Web sites for nearly 250 PBS programs and specials, as well as seven online neighborhoods that aggregate content by genre and interest.
http://www.pbs.org

Mystery Writers of America
MWA helps negotiate contracts, watches developments in legislation and tax law, sponsors symposia and mystery conferences, and publishes books, including the Mystery Writer's Handbook.
http://www.mysterywriters.org/