Chambers in 1905. The story tells about the adventures of a young man named Nick Carter, who becomes the assistant of the famous detective Hercules Nick Carter. The plot of the book "Young Hercules Nick Carter's Assistant or A Man of Muscle and Nerve" by Robert W. Chambers, published in 1905, revolves around the adventures of a young man named Nick Carter, who becomes the assistant of the renowned detective Hercules Nick Carter. Set in the late 19th century, the novel follows Nick's journey as he learns the skills of detection and investigation from his mentor, while also navigating the challenges of urban life in New York City. At the beginning of the story, Nick is introduced as a young man with exceptional physical strength and agility, but lacking in intellectual prowess. He is working as a clerk in a law firm, feeling unfulfilled and restless. When he meets Hercules Nick Carter, a legendary detective known for his exceptional abilities, he is impressed by the older man's reputation and decides to seek him out as a mentor.

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