E. W. Hornung's Ultimate Collection is a comprehensive anthology that showcases the diverse talents of the author, known for his compelling storytelling and versatile literary style. The collection includes 19 novels, such as the popular 'A Thief in the Night,' as well as over 40 short stories that reveal Hornung's skill in crafting engaging narratives. Additionally, the inclusion of war poems and memoirs adds a unique insight into the author's personal experiences and historical context. Hornung's works are characterized by a blend of adventure, mystery, and social commentary, making this collection a valuable contribution to the literary landscape of the time. With a keen eye for detail and a sharp wit, Hornung's writings captivate readers with their depth and complexity, offering a rich tapestry of characters and settings that explore the human condition in various contexts. E. W. Hornung's Ultimate Collection is a must-read for anyone interested in classic literature and the evolving themes of the early 20th century, presenting a nuanced perspective on society and humanity.
Peccavi by E. W. Hornung is a story about a man dealing with his sin and is a magnificent account of the humbleness and embarrassment as well as the dignity and triumph that is sentimentally connected to the phenomena.
"To discover the truth behind his parents' deaths, Danny must travel with the avant-garde Mysterium circus to Berlin, while assassins chase them and a traitor lurks among the group"--
Held captive by a ruthless gang of kidnappers, Liberty Lane must call on all her investigative skills to discover who has taken her – and why. July, 1847. Now a happily married mother-of-two, Liberty Lane is undertaking very few private investigative assignments. But when she is kidnapped from outside a smart London townhouse, where she had been attending a dinner party with her husband Robert, she must call on all her old investigative skills to discover who has taken her, and why. As Libby tries to formulate a plan of escape, her old friends, former street urchin Tabby and groom Amos Legge, desperately search for her. Convinced that somebody in the Maynard household, where the dinner party was held, knows something about Libby’s disappearance, Tabby keeps watch on the house – and makes a truly shocking discovery.