A brisk, brilliant spin through Edwardian England, where danger flickers behind respectable doors and every ally could be a disguise. Devils Dice gathers Le Queuxs compact, highstakes storytelling into a single, shimmering collection. These complete short stories pulse with the eras atmospherewitty, morally tense, and steeped in espionage fiction and crime that hinges on secret identity deception, gambling and crime, and the sharp edge of moral dilemma suspense. For contemporary readers, they read as a lucid map of early 20thcentury London underworld anxieties and provincial ambitions, offering fast plots, crisp moral conficts, and a flavourful tour through edwardian england. Its a bridge for Arthur Conan Doyle fans, Edgar Wallace thrillers enthusiasts, and anyone drawn to vintage crime readers with a modern pulse. Historically significant as a prolific voice in the periods popular fiction, Le Queuxs work illuminates the speculative, pressdriven mood of his day and the birth of modern spy and conspiracy tropes. This edition preserves the authors mastery while presenting the stories with the care deserved by artefacts of cultural heritage. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions. Restored for todays and future generations. More than a reprint a collectors item and a cultural treasure. A must for devotees of edwardian thriller atmospheres and complete short stories alike.

Binding: Paperback;232 pages; Publisher: Alpha Editions; Classification: N/A; Weight: 467.45 g; Dimensions: N/A

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