Raffles (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161450064)

Raffles is a novel written by E.W. Hornung that follows the adventures of A.J. Raffles, a gentleman thief in Victorian England. Raffles is a charming and clever character who uses his wit and intelligence to pull off daring heists and outsmart the police. Alongside his accomplice and friend, Bunny Manders, Raffles embarks on a series of thrilling robberies, often targeting the wealthy and influential members of society. However, their criminal activities are not without consequences, as they attract the attention of Scotland Yard and other dangerous criminals. The novel is a classic tale of adventure, crime, and suspense, and is sure to captivate readers with its intricate plot and well-drawn characters.I am still uncertain which surprised me more, the telegram calling my attention to the advertisement, or the advertisement itself. The telegram is before me as I write. It would appear to have been handed in at Vere Street at eight o'clock in the morning of May 11, 1897, and received before half-past at Holloway B.O.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: E. W. Hornung
ISBN-10: 1161450068
ISBN-13: 9781161450064
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 150
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.06lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.38d