Immaculate, charming, fearless wanderer, Jim Maitland, has a peculiar code of morals and an unforgettable character. Our enthusiastic narrator, Leyton, meets the legendary Maitland on the Island of Tampico -- a flawless jewel in a sapphire sea, with more vice than the slums of a city - and leaps at the chance to accompany this charismatic man on his spontaneous travels.

Immaculate, charming, fearless wanderer, Jim Maitland, has a peculiar code of morals and an unforgettable character. Our enthusiastic narrator, Leyton, meets the legendary Maitland on the Island of Tampico – a flawless jewel in a sapphire sea, with more vice than the slums of a city – and leaps at the chance to accompany this charismatic man on his spontaneous travels.

The Complete Works of H. C. McNeile "Sapper" brings together a captivating array of stories that span the bold and adventurous spirit of early 20th-century fiction. This anthology showcases an impressive range of literary styles, from gripping adventure tales to contemplative pieces reflecting on the human condition. Set against the backdrop of post-World War I sensibilities, McNeile'Äôs stories encapsulate the tension and thrill of the era. The collection includes standout pieces that eng...

When his friend Ronald Standish mysteriously disappears, rugby star Tiny Carteret finds himself drawn into a dangerous web of intrigue. Following clues Standish left behind, Tiny travels across Europe, only to discover that a ruthless crime syndicate led by the sinister Zavier is plotting to overthrow a small country's monarchy. With lives on the line, including that of a close friend, Tiny races against time to foil Zavier's plans, rescue Standish, and protect the royal family. But Zavier...

In the ranks of North Sussex – Number Three Platoon – serves a man whose physical stature is imposing, but whose mental state is said to be inert at best. This is the story of his remarkable awakening, one hot day in May, as he serves in the trenches of the front line. Other fascinating stories follow in this convincing commentary of wartime experience.

E-artnow presents to you this unique collection of one hundred carefully picked mystery masterpieces of world literature: Bleak House (Charles Dickens) Crime and Punishment (Fyodor Dostoevsky) The Double (Fyodor Dostoyevsky) The Murders in the Rue Morgue (Edgar Allan Poe) The Masque of the Red Death (Edgar Allan Poe) The Fall of the House of Usher (Edgar Allan Poe) A Study in Scarlet (Arthur Conan Doyle) The Sign of Four (Arthur Conan Doyle) The Valley of Fear (Arthur Conan Doyle) The Houn...

This unique eBook edition of H. C. McNeile's complete works has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Herman Cyril McNeile (1888-1937) commonly known as H. C. McNeile or Sapper, was a British soldier and author. Drawing on his experiences in the trenches during the First World War, he started writing short stories and getting them published in the Daily Mail. After the war McNeile left the army and continued writing, although he change...

The Bulldog Drummond Series: 10 Novels in One Edition deftly encapsulates the gripping atmosphere of post-World War I Britain through an exhilarating blend of adventure and detective fiction. As a tapestry of intrigue, suspense, and action unfolds across the pages, readers are introduced to a diversity of intellectual pursuits and moral quandaries. Through the lens of popular culture and its pervasive heroes, this collection brings forth narratives that both thrill and provoke, casting a h...

The "JIM MAITLAND SERIES (Complete Edition)" is a captivating anthology that brings together the full range of adventures featuring the enigmatic character of Jim Maitland. Known for its dynamic blend of action, mystery, and timeless exploration of the human spirit, this collection showcases the diverse narrative style that has left a lasting impression on its readers. Each tale within the series is rich with suspense and intrigue, reflecting the complex world of early 20th-century literat...

The 'RONALD STANDISH SERIES - Complete Collection' brings together a meticulously curated selection of detective novels and short stories that encapsulate the classic British whodunit, masterfully embodying the phrase 'the game is afoot'. Within its pages, readers will discover the labyrinthine plots and cunning villains that define early 20th-century detective fiction. With five full-length novels and fourteen short stories, this collection traverses a range of literary styles, from intri...

This carefully edited collection has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Drummond is a First World War veteran, brutalized by his experiences in the trenches and bored with his post-war lifestyle. He publishes an advertisement looking for adventure, and soon finds himself embroiled in a series of exploits, many of which involve Carl Peterson—who becomes his nemesis—and Peterson's mistress, the femme fatale Irma. H. C. Mc...

This eBook edition of "NO MAN'S LAND (A WW1 Saga)" has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Herman Cyril McNeile (1888-1937) commonly known as H. C. McNeile or Sapper, was a British soldier and author. Drawing on his experiences in the trenches during the First World War, he started writing short stories and getting them published in the Daily Mail. McNeile's stories are either directly about the war, or contain people whose lives hav...