A People's Man - format ePub

A solitary cabin stood far away in the backwoods of Canada, outside all tracks of civilization, in a region which only the native Indians and a few daring trappers cared to penetrate. Rudely built of...

E. Phillips Oppenheim (b. 1866, d. 1946) was a British author who wrote nearly 150 novels during his career. He styled himself as the ''prince of storytellers,'' and is credited with creating the 'rogue...

The story of a gallant soldier who is dismissed his regiment, and disowned by his father, because he has been found guilty, on "false evidence," of cowardice in the field. He changes his name, and later...

E. Phillips Oppenheim (b. 1866, d. 1946) was a British author who wrote nearly 150 novels during his career. He styled himself as the ''prince of storytellers,'' and is credited with creating the 'rogue...

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In "The Vanished Messenger," E. Phillips Oppenheim embarks on a gripping narrative that fuses elements of mystery and espionage, characteristic of early 20th-century literature. The novel follows the...

In "A Monk of Cruta," E. Phillips Oppenheim intricately weaves a tale that combines elements of adventure and romance with a rich historical backdrop. Set against the picturesque yet tumultuous landscape...

In "Nobody's Man," E. Phillips Oppenheim crafts a clever and engrossing narrative that delves into themes of identity, deception, and the intricate web of human relationships. Set against a richly detailed...

In "A People's Man," E. Phillips Oppenheim crafts a compelling narrative that intricately weaves themes of politics, ambition, and social justice. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Britain,...

In "Ambrose Lavendale, Diplomat," E. Phillips Oppenheim crafts a compelling narrative that delves into the intricate world of diplomatic intrigue and international relations during the early 20th century....

In "The Double Four," E. Phillips Oppenheim crafts a captivating narrative that intertwines elements of intrigue and adventure within the bustling landscapes of early 20th-century Europe. Renowned for...

In "Ambrose Lavendale, Diplomat," E. Phillips Oppenheim intricately weaves a narrative steeped in the complexities of international relations and espionage during the early 20th century. The story follows...

In "Mysterious Mr. Sabin," E. Phillips Oppenheim meticulously crafts a tale of intrigue and deception against the backdrop of early 20th-century Europe. The novel features a labyrinthine plot centered...

In "The Double Life Of Mr. Alfred Burton," E. Phillips Oppenheim crafts a gripping narrative that intertwines elements of mystery, adventure, and psychological depth. The novel follows Alfred Burton,...

Side by side with his dignified, handsome wife, Lord Bernard Clanavon, Earl of Alceston, stood receiving his guests in the spacious corridor which led into the brilliantly-lit ball-room of his town mansion....

Er befand sich in einer ihm gänzlich unbekannten Gegend, und es gab nur einen Ausweg. ... Er hatte sich schon auf dem Absatz umgedreht, um seinen Vorsatz in die Tat umzusetzen, als er, ohne ein Geräusch...

Stabsarzt Major Hugh Thomson ist mit der schönen Geraldine Conyers verlobt. Angeblich ist er für die Lazarette an der Front in Frankreich zuständig, in Wirklichkeit aber für die militärische Spionageabwehr....

Aus dem Büro von Monsieur Dumesnil, dem Kassierer und allmächtigen Financier des Sporting Club, trat ein bleichgesichtiger, schlanker und nicht unterschiedslos aussehender junger Mann hervor und schloss...

"Ich möchte mein Haus verkaufen", kündigte Mr. Britton an. Der Hausmakler schaute seinen Besucher über seine Brille hinweg mit einer gewissen Überraschung an. "Aber, Mr. Britton, ich dachte, Sie hätten...

Am Zielort verließen sie den Aufzug und stiegen die letzte Treppe hinauf. Ann öffnete die Tür des Vorzimmers zum Büro und warf beim Durchschreiten des Raumes die Innentür auf. "Mr. Windergate ist hier,...

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Ein Mann brachte gegen neun Uhr in einer wilden, stürmischen Nacht seinen Ford-Motorwagen vor einem Schild auf dem trostlosesten Teil der Salisbury Ebene zum Stehen. Der Wind dröhnte wie eine unaufhörliche...

"Sie haben diesen Burschen zwei oder drei Mal in die Enge getrieben und ihn entkommen lassen. Windergate hätte ihn niemals durch die Finger gleiten lassen dürfen, als er ihn in diesem Haus auf der Salisbury-Ebene...

Der junge Mann starrte ihn einen Moment lang müde an. "Sind Sie verrückt?", fragte er schließlich ... "Nicht verrückt", leugnete Londe ernsthaft, "obwohl ich mich leider wegen einer kleinen Schwäche schuldig...

Judith lachte maßlos, lachte, bis die Tränen in ihren Augen standen. Londe wartete geduldig auf ihr Urteil. Als es kam, überraschte es ihn. "Und du nennst mich weich!", rief sie spöttisch aus. "Du nennst...

Ein junger Mann, der gerade erst in Monte Carlo angekommen war, schlenderte an einem strahlenden Februarmorgen gegen halb eins an der Arkade entlang in Richtung Giro's Restaurant, mit der Absicht, einen...

"Beeil dich, Joseph! Ich muss dir etwas zeigen." ... "Nun, was willst du mir zeigen", fragte er abwesend und beobachtete die Rundung von Judiths weißem Arm, als sie die Kaffeekanne anhob. Mit der anderen...

"Judith", gestand er, "ich habe schreckliche Stunden verbracht.... "Was haben wir getan? Warum verstecken wir uns? Mein Gehirn ist voll von verschwommenen Gedanken. Ich habe den Alptraum des Chirurgen...

"Was für einen Unfug wollen Sie von mir?", fragte Daniel - vergeblich versuchte er, sich aufzusetzen. "Nur um einen Blick auf Ihr Gehirn zu werfen", war die angenehme Antwort. "Mein - mein was?" Daniel...

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