Raffles: Further Adventures of the Amateur Cracksman

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Hornung, E. W. (Ernest William), 1866-1921.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

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.)

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.

Credits:

Judith Boss. HTML version by Al Haines.

Notes:

Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Black_Mask

Reading ease score: 79.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 1996-11-01