First published in 1907 the novel gives an insight into life in Scotland and Europe immediately before the 1st World War -an exploration of capitalism, an expose of mining practices and the first car chase in fiction. A fine adventure romance, predating Buchan's 39 Step and just as gripping.
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First published in 1907 the novel gives an insight into life in Scotland and Europe immediately before the 1st World War -an exploration of capitalism, an expose of mining practices and the first car chase in fiction. A fine adventure romance, predating Buchan's 39 Step and just as gripping.
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Seller's Description:
Very Good. No Jacket. 1st thus. Previous owner's discreet nameplate to front of book. The boards are a bit rubbed and edgeworn. The page edges are a little soiled. Some foxing; otherwise internally clean. Tightly bound.