| Author |
Hornung, E. W. (Ernest William), 1866-1921 |
| Title |
Raffles: Further Adventures of the Amateur Cracksman
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Black_Mask
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 79.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
No sinecure -- A jubilee present -- The fate of Faustina -- The last laugh -- To catch a thief -- An old flame -- The wrong house -- The knees of the gods.
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| Credits |
Judith Boss. HTML version by Al Haines.
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| Summary |
"Raffles: Further Adventures of the Amateur Cracksman" by E. W. Hornung is a collection of stories likely written in the late 19th century, following the escapades of A. J. Raffles, a gentleman thief known for his clever heists and charismatic demeanor. The narratives feature Raffles and his loyal accomplice, Bunny, as they navigate a world of crime, deception, and intrigue, showcasing Raffles's sophisticated criminal methods and the complex relationship between the two characters. The opening portion of the book introduces a telegram that prompts Bunny to respond to a peculiar advertisement for a male nurse wanted by a wealthy relative, Mr. Maturin. As Bunny prepares to meet Mr. Maturin, he finds himself reflecting on both his past dealings and the surprising benevolence of a family member who had previously denounced him. The narrative quickly escalates into a tense encounter as Bunny enters Mr. Maturin's sick room, revealing the stark and somewhat sinister context of their relationship. In a shocking twist, Bunny discovers that his old friend Raffles, thought to be dead, is alive and residing in the same flat, setting the stage for their further adventures together. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Raffles (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Criminals -- England -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Mystery fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
707 |
| Release Date |
Nov 1, 1996 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Nov 2, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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