Excerpt from The Box With Broken Seals
It will be confoundedly annoying, he admitted quietly, if we've had all this journey for nothing.
Hobson moistened his dry lips with his tongue. The whisky and soda and the great bucket of ice stood temptingly at his elbow, but he appeared to ignore their existence. He was a man of ample build, with a big, clean-shaven face, a square jaw and deep-set eyes, a man devoted to and wholly engrossed by his work.
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E. Phillips Oppenheim (1866 1946) was one of the most popular and successful writers of spy fiction in the early twentieth century, and was known in his time as the Prince of Storytellers. He was the author of more than 100 novels, of which The Great Impersonation has always been the most acclaimed.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This compelling book delves into the thrilling world of international espionage and wartime intrigue. Set against the backdrop of transatlantic rivalry and the onset of World War, it entwines the fates of an enigmatic American detective, Sam Hobson, and a mysterious British agent, James Crawshay. The story unfolds as Hobson and Crawshay embark on a perilous quest to uncover a devastating secret that threatens to alter the course of the war. With England and Germany vying for control of crucial intelligence, the duo find themselves entangled in a deadly game of deception and danger. Throughout their relentless pursuit, the agents navigate a web of false identities, secret codes, and treacherous encounters. As they inch closer to their target, they uncover a conspiracy that reaches the highest echelons of power and uncovers a traitorous plot that could have devastating consequences. With time running out, Hobson and Crawshay must race against the clock to expose the truth and prevent a catastrophic outcome. This gripping tale explores themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the complexities of espionage during a turbulent period. It delves into the shadowy realms where national secrets are fiercely guarded and the line between friend and foe blurs. Through its captivating narrative and intricate historical backdrop, this book offers a thrilling journey that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331225614_0
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