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In Richard Harding Davis' novel "The King's Jackal", readers are transported to the exotic setting of Morocco in the midst of political intrigue and espionage. The book combines elements of romance, adventure, and suspense, all woven together in Davis' engaging and descriptive prose. The plot unfolds in a fast-paced manner, keeping the reader hooked from start to finish. Davis pays attention to detail in his descriptions of the Moroccan landscape and customs, adding to the richness of the story. The book is a classic example of adventure literature, with its focus on daring escapades and…mehr

Produktbeschreibung
In Richard Harding Davis' novel "The King's Jackal", readers are transported to the exotic setting of Morocco in the midst of political intrigue and espionage. The book combines elements of romance, adventure, and suspense, all woven together in Davis' engaging and descriptive prose. The plot unfolds in a fast-paced manner, keeping the reader hooked from start to finish. Davis pays attention to detail in his descriptions of the Moroccan landscape and customs, adding to the richness of the story. The book is a classic example of adventure literature, with its focus on daring escapades and unexpected twists. Davis' writing style is straightforward yet evocative, making the reader feel like they are experiencing the events alongside the characters. Richard Harding Davis was a war correspondent and journalist, which influenced his interest in writing stories with a strong sense of adventure and danger. His experiences traveling the world provided him with a wealth of material to draw from when crafting his novels. "The King's Jackal" showcases Davis' skill in creating gripping narratives that transport readers to far-off lands and immerse them in thrilling escapades. Fans of adventure literature and historical fiction will enjoy this captivating novel by a master storyteller.
Autorenporträt
American journalist and author of both fiction and drama, Richard Harding Davis. He covered the Spanish-American War, the Second Boer War, and the First World War as the first American war reporter. Theodore Roosevelt's political career benefited immensely from his literature. At the start of the 20th century, he is credited for popularizing the clean-shaven image among males. On April 18, 1864, Davis was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Lemuel Clarke Davis, his father, served as editor of the Philadelphia Public Ledger. Davis went to Swarthmore College and the Episcopal Academy as a young man. Davis saw Matanzas, Cuba, being shelled as part of the Battle of Santiago de Cuba during the Spanish-American War. His tale garnered media attention, but as a result, the Navy forbade journalists from boarding any American military vessel for the remainder of the conflict. After being detained by the Germans as a spy and eventually released, Davis covered the Salonika front during the First World War. Davis married twice, first to the artist Cecil Clark in 1899 and then to the actress and vaudeville performer Bessy McCoy after their divorce in 1912. On April 11, 1916, Davis suffered a heart attack while talking on the phone. Bessie McCoy, his wife, would pass away at the age of 42 in 1931 from intestinal issues.