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'Taking the little paper from the pigeon's leg, Hamilton saw it was from Sanders and marked URGENT. Send Bones instantly to Lujamalababa... Arrest and bring to head-quarters the witch doctor.' It is a time when the world's most powerful nations are vying for colonial honour, a time of trading steamers and tribal chiefs. In the mysterious African territories administered by Commissioner Sanders, Bones persistently manages to create his own unique style of innocent and endearing mischief.

The Strange Lapses of Larry Loman by Edgar Wallace is a captivating journey into the mind of a man plagued by mysterious and dangerous memory lapses. Larry Loman, a once-respected banker, finds himself at the center of a series of baffling incidents where he cant account for his actions. As he delves deeper into the enigma of his own mind, he uncovers a sinister plot that threatens not only his sanity but also his life. With every lapse, Larry unravels more secrets, each more perilous than the last. Can he piece together the truth before its too late, or will his strange lapses lead to his ultimate downfall? Dive into this gripping tale of suspense, identity, and psychological intrigue.

Number Six by Edgar Wallace is a thrilling dive into the world of espionage, danger, and deceit. When a mysterious figure known only as "Number Six" becomes the target of an international manhunt, the stakes are higher than ever. This elusive and highly skilled operative must navigate a treacherous landscape of double agents, secret codes, and deadly traps. With enemies closing in from all sides, Number Sixs only chance for survival lies in outsmarting those who seek to capture him. Can he uncover the truth behind the conspiracy and stay one step ahead, or will he be ensnared in a deadly game of cat and mouse? Immerse yourself in this high-octane adventure and discover the secrets of Number Six.

Lord Exenham Creates a Sensation by Edgar Wallace is a masterful blend of suspense, drama, and high-stakes intrigue. Set in the opulent world of British aristocracy, the story follows Lord Exenham, a powerful figure whose life is upended by a series of shocking events. As dark secrets from his privileged past begin to surface, Exenham finds himself ensnared in a dangerous game of power, deception, and betrayal. With enemies closing in and allies in short supply, Exenham must use all his cunning to navigate the treacherous waters of high society. Will he emerge unscathed, or will his past sins bring about his downfall? This gripping tale will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page.

Again Sanders is a collection of twelve short stories written by Edgar Wallace. The tales are all loosely connected and centre on Lt. Augustus "Bones" Tibbetts. Part of his famous African novels (Sanders of the River series), this volume is highly recommended for those who have read and enjoyed others in the series, and it would make for a worthy addition to any collection. Richard Horatio Edgar Wallace (1 April 1875 10 February 1932) was an English writer and journalist. He was a prolific writer, producing in his lifetime screen plays, historical non-fiction, poetry, 18 stage plays, over 170 novels, and 957 short stories.

Thriller de intriga. Narra el hallazgo en la estación londinense de Waterloo de un hombre muerto sin causa aparente, y un desconocido intenta sin éxito apoderarse de la llave que el fallecido lleva en el cuello. Con el son ya dos los cadaveres en los que se ha encontrado una llave similar, lo que lleva al inspector Dick Martin a sospechar de un nexo comun. Sus investigaciones le llevan al despacho del abogado Haveloc, administrador de la familia Selford, quien le cuenta que el anciano Lord Selford, antes de morir, repartio 7 llaves entre amigos de confianza, con el encargo en que el dia en que su hijo y heredero llegue a la mayoria de edad, deben reunirse y abrir con las 7 llaves una puerta tras la cual se encuentra su fortuna. Mas tarde el inspector escucha un extraño relato de labios de un hombre aterrorizado: se trata de un experto ladron de cajas fuertes, que le informa que le han secuestrado y llevado a un lugar desconocido, con el proposito de que abriera una puerta con 7 cerraduras.

Harry Stone, también conocido como Harry el Valet, era detective. Solía cambiar de nombre al registrarse en los hoteles, hasta que la policía de Rodhesia lo relacionó con el robo al Banco Nacional de Johanesburgo. Eran otros tiempos, y las autoridades coloniales hacian la vista gorda con los defectos de sus funcionarios. Harry no tuvo dificultad en escapar en el tren nocturno con destino a Ciudad del Cabo. Su objetivo era visitar a otro personaje de su calaña, un genio llamado Lew Daney. En Londres la policia sigue las huellas de un atracador de bancos que va dejando regueros de sangre a su paso y que despierta sospechas en su novia, hasta el punto de que amenaza con delatarle a la policia. Se suceden homicidios, persecuciones, acechos, disparos, suplantaciones, pesquisas y demas situaciones que haran las delicias de los entusiastas del genero.

El joven y millonario Jimmy Blake no tiene otra ocupación en la vida que divertirse. Vive en su magnífica mansión con su primo Gerald, un prestigioso científico sin dinero. Un día Gerald le invita a una cena en el numero 10 de Downing Street, a la que asistiran numerosos cientificos y politicos. A la misma se presenta tarde y enloquecido el famoso matematico Maggerson. Al dia siguiente, el primo Gerald se marcha misteriosamente de la mansion y lo encuentran moribundo en una cercana casa abandonada. Jimmy empieza a vigilar la casa, donde ve movimientos sospechosos que le llevan a descubrir una conspiracion del gobierno.

Ambientada en los barrios más pobres de Londres, una serie de sucesos aterrorizan a los vecinos y dejan perpleja a la policía. El inspector Mason, uno de los Cinco Grandes de Scotland Yard, a partir del asesinato de un elegante estafador, esta decido a resolverlos. A pesar de toda su experiencia y suspicacia, no sera hasta que la señorita Harmon se enamora de un hombre que le escribe cartas desde Sudafrica, que la complicada investigacion internacional de crimenes y asesinatos muestre un hilo de donde tirar.

En el marco de Londres a principios del siglo XX, John Lexman escritor de novelas de misterio- , casado con la joven e inteligente Mary, se ve involucrado en la muerte por asesinato de un prestamista. Con todas las circunstancias en su contra y las situaciones mas adversas, Lexman contacta con el joven investigador de Scotland Yard T.X. Meredith, quien sigue los pasos de un apuesto multimillonario griego, antiguo conocido de la Señora Lexman.

When Mr. Thomas Lyne, poet, poseur. and owner of Lynes Emporium insults a cashier, Odette Rider, she resigns. Having summoned detective Jack Tarling to investigate another employee, Mr. Milburgh, Lyne now changes his plans. Tarling and his Chinese companion refuse to become involved. They pay a visit to Odettes flat. In the hall, Tarling meets Sam, convicted felon and protege of Lyne. Next morning Tarling discovers a body. The hands are crossed on the breast, adorned with a handful of daffodils.

It is a time when the major world powers are vying for colonial honors, a time of ju-ju, witch doctors, and an uneasy peace with Bosambo, impressive chief of the Ochori. When Commissioner Sanders goes on leave, the trusty Lieutenant Hamilton takes over administration of the African territories. However, yet again, the trouble-prone Francis Augustus Tibbetts , known as Bones, while meaning to assist, only manages to spread his own unique style of innocent and endearing mischief.

The Angel of Terror Edgar Wallace - Angelically beautiful Jean Briggerland is a sociopathic criminal, so lovely that none can see her guilt -- even in connection with the most blatant crimes! Can Jack Glover, best friend and lawyer to Jeans latest victim, bring her to justice before she murders her way to unspeakable wealth and power?The driver leant over the shining apron which partially protected him from the weather, and shouted: "Is Miss Beale there?" The girl started in surprise, taking a step toward the cab. "I am Miss Beale," she said. "Your editor has sent me for you," said the man briskly. The editor of the Megaphone had been guilty of many eccentric acts. He had expressed views on her drawing which she shivered to recall. He had aroused her in the middle of the night to sketch dresses at a fancy dress ball, but never before had he done anything so human as to send a taxi for her. Nevertheless, she would not look at the gift cab too closely, and she stepped into the warm interior. The windows were veiled with the snow and the sleet which had been falling all the time she had been in the theatre. She saw blurred lights flash past, and realised that the taxi was going at a good pace. She rubbed the windows and tried to look out after a while.

The Daffodil Mystery Edgar Wallace - When Mr. Thomas Lyne, poet, poseur. and owner of Lynes Emporium insults a cashier, Odette Rider, she resigns. Having summoned detective Jack Tarling to investigate another employee, Mr. Milburgh, Lyne now changes his plans. Tarling and his Chinese companion refuse to become involved. They pay a visit to Odettes flat. In the hall, Tarling meets Sam, convicted felon and protege of Lyne. Next morning Tarling discovers a body. The hands are crossed on the breast, adorned with a handful of daffodils.

Four Just Men Edgar Wallace - When the Foreign Secretary, Sir Philip Ramon, receives a threatening, greenish-grey letter; We shall have no other course to pursue but to fulfil our promise. You will die at Eight in the Evening The Four Just Men, he remains determined to see his Aliens Extradition Bill made law. A device in the members smoke room and a sudden magnesium flash that could easily have been nitroglycerine, leave Scotland Yard baffled. Even fleet Street cannot identify the illusive Manfred, Gonsalez, Pioccart and The Four Just Men dedicated to punishing by death those whom conventional justice cannot touch.