William Le Queux

The Sign of the Stranger (eBook, ePUB)

Unraveling Secrets in the Shadows: A Dark Edwardian Mystery

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "The Sign of the Stranger," William Le Queux crafts a gripping tale that intricately weaves themes of espionage, mystery, and psychological suspense. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Europe, the novel explores the anxieties of a society on the brink of war, employing a fast-paced narrative rife with vibrant descriptions and dynamic character development. Le Queux employs elements of the detective genre while also delving into socio-political commentary, reflecting the pervasive fears of invasion and the unseen threat that characterized the period's literature. His stylistic choices highlight not only tension but also the pervasive atmosphere of paranoia that gripped contemporary society, making the book a notable contribution to the genre of spy fiction. William Le Queux, a prolific British author in the late Victorian and early Edwardian eras, was a keen observer of political affairs and a vocal commentator on national security issues. His experiences as a war correspondent and his deep engagement with intelligence matters significantly influenced his storytelling. "The Sign of the Stranger" epitomizes his concerns regarding the growing threat from foreign adversaries and demonstrates his unique ability to encapsulate current anxieties into compelling narrative form. This novel is highly recommended for readers who appreciate thrilling narratives that reflect historical tensions and keen human psychology. Le Queux'Äôs masterful prose and intricate plotting will enthrall fans of classic espionage fiction, providing a profound understanding of the fears that shaped a generation. Dive into a world of intrigue and suspense, and witness a past that resonates in the present.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 323
• Erscheinungstermin: 18. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066157029
• Artikelnr.: 58757104

Autorenporträt

Anglo-French journalist and author William Tufnell Le Queux was born on July 2, 1864, and died on October 13, 1927. He was also a diplomat (honorary consul for San Marino), a traveler (in Europe, the Balkans, and North Africa), a fan of flying (he presided over the first British air meeting at Doncaster in 1909), and a wireless pioneer who played music on his own station long before radio was widely available. However, he often exaggerated his own skills and accomplishments. The Great War in England in 1897 (1894), a fantasy about an invasion by France and Russia, and The Invasion of 1910 (1906), a fantasy about an invasion by Germany, are his best-known works. Le Queux was born in the city. The man who raised him was English, and his father was French. He went to school in Europe and learned art in Paris from Ignazio (or Ignace) Spiridon. As a young man, he walked across Europe and then made a living by writing for French newspapers. He moved back to London in the late 1880s and managed the magazines Gossip and Piccadilly. In 1891, he became a parliamentary reporter for The Globe. He stopped working as a reporter in 1893 to focus on writing and traveling.