Bulldog Drummond

EAN : 9791041800735

MCNEILE H. C.

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EAN : 9791041800735

Paru le : 7 avr. 2023

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Détails

EAN13 : 9791041800735
Réf. éditeur : 293861
Date Parution : 7 avr. 2023
Disponibilite : Disponible
Barème de remise : NS
Nombre de pages : 298
Format : H:210 mm L:148 mm E:16 mm
Poids : 388gr

Résumé

Résumé : "Bulldog Drummond" by H. C. McNeile, published in 1920, is a classic mystery novel that follows the exploits of Hugh "Bulldog" Drummond, a former British officer who finds civilian life monotonous after World War I. Seeking excitement, Drummond places an advertisement in the newspaper, offering his services for any adventure. This leads him to a series of thrilling encounters involving espionage, crime, and intrigue. The novel begins with Drummond taking tea at the Carlton, where he is unexpectedly drawn into a web of danger. As the story unfolds, Drummond travels to various locations, including Godalming and Paris, encountering a cast of characters that include villains and allies alike. The narrative is structured around a series of escalating events, each chapter bringing new challenges and revelations. Drummond's resourcefulness and bravery are tested as he navigates through plots involving international conspiracies and personal vendettas. The novel is notable for its fast-paced action and the charismatic, if somewhat reckless, nature of its protagonist. McNeile's work captures the post-war sentiment of restlessness and the search for purpose, making "Bulldog Drummond" a compelling read for those interested in early 20th-century adventure fiction.
Biographie : McNeile was born in Bodmin, Cornwall. He was the son of Malcolm McNeile, a captain in the Royal Navy who at the time was governor of the naval prison at Bodmin, and Christiana Mary (née Sloggett). The McNeile family had ancestral roots from both Belfast and Scotland, and counted a general in the British Indian Army among their members.

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