Author: H. C. McNeile Publisher: Good Press ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 458
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The 'JIM MAITLAND SERIES (Complete Edition)' embodies a riveting exploration of early 20th-century adventure fiction, showcasing a diverse range of narratives unified by the exploits of the titular protagonist. This anthology captures the essence of the period's literary landscape, featuring a wide array of styles from high-stakes adventures to intricate explorations of the human spirit in the face of danger. The collection stands out for its ability to weave together tales that are at once escapist in nature and deeply reflective of the era's socio-political tensions, making it a significant compilation for both aficionados and scholars of early adventure literature. The sole author behind this collection, H. C. McNeile, better known by his pen name 'Sapper', is an emblematic figure of early 20th-century British literature. His contributions to the adventure genre are monumental, with the Jim Maitland series being especially notable for its vivid portrayal of the international exploits and intrigues. McNeile's background as a soldier during World War I profoundly informs his writing, imbuing his narratives with authenticity and a keen sense of the complexities of heroism and duty. This series not only aligns with the adventurous spirit of its time but also offers critical reflections on the changing nature of heroism and British identity post-WWI. This complete edition of the 'JIM MAITLAND SERIES' is a must-read for those who seek to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of early 20th-century adventure fiction. It affords readers the unique chance to experience a world of daring exploits and moral quandaries through the lens of a singular, compelling protagonist. Beyond its entertainment value, this collection serves as a valuable scholarly resource, offering insights into the era's literary trends and the societal undercurrents that shaped them. Readers are encouraged to delve into this anthology not just for the thrilling narratives, but also for the deeper understanding of a pivotal period in literary and world history it provides.
Author: H. C. McNeile Publisher: DigiCat ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 458
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This carefully crafted ebook: "JIM MAITLAND SERIES (Complete Edition)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. "THE first time I heard Jim Maitland's name mentioned was in the bar of a P.&O. We were two days out of Colombo, going East, and when I confessed my complete ignorance of the man a sort of stupefied silence settled on the company. "You don't know Jim?" murmured an Assam tea-planter. "I thought everyone knew Jim." "Anyway, if you stay in these parts long you soon will," put in someone else. "And once known—never forgotten." - H. C. McNeile (Sapper) Herman Cyril McNeile (1888-1937), commonly known as H. C. McNeile or Sapper, was a British soldier and author. Drawing on his experiences in the trenches during the First World War, he started writing short stories and getting them published in the Daily Mail. After the war McNeile left the army and continued writing, although he changed from war stories to thrillers. In 1920 he published Bulldog Drummond, whose eponymous hero became his best-known creation. The character was based on McNeile himself, on his friend Gerard Fairlie and on English gentlemen generally. McNeile interspersed his Drummond work with other novels and story collections that included two characters who appeared as protagonists in their own works, Jim Maitland and Ronald Standish. McNeile's stories are either directly about the war, or contain people whose lives have been shaped by it. His thrillers are a continuation of his war stories, with upper class Englishmen defending England from foreigners plotting against it.
Author: Sapper Publisher: DigiCat ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 208
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'Jim Maitland' is a novel written by H. C. McNeile—and is one of his best-known works. It follows the adventures of a British globetrotter named Jim Maitland, who McNeile describes as a "footloose sahib of the period". Brilliant and slightly uncanny, Maitland's challenges in this book begins on the Island of Tampico, where through the eyes of Leyton, the book's narrator, we see him in action as he outwits his foes and foils plans to stop him from uncovering the truth.
Author: H. C. McNeile Publisher: e-artnow ISBN: 8027200741 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 448
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This carefully edited collection has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. "THE first time I heard Jim Maitland's name mentioned was in the bar of a P.&O. We were two days out of Colombo, going East, and when I confessed my complete ignorance of the man a sort of stupefied silence settled on the company. "You don't know Jim?" murmured an Assam tea-planter. "I thought everyone knew Jim." "Anyway, if you stay in these parts long you soon will," put in someone else. "And once known—never forgotten." - H. C. McNeile (Sapper) Herman Cyril McNeile (1888-1937), commonly known as H. C. McNeile or Sapper, was a British soldier and author. Drawing on his experiences in the trenches during the First World War, he started writing short stories and getting them published in the Daily Mail. After the war McNeile left the army and continued writing, although he changed from war stories to thrillers. In 1920 he published Bulldog Drummond, whose eponymous hero became his best-known creation. The character was based on McNeile himself, on his friend Gerard Fairlie and on English gentlemen generally. McNeile interspersed his Drummond work with other novels and story collections that included two characters who appeared as protagonists in their own works, Jim Maitland and Ronald Standish. McNeile's stories are either directly about the war, or contain people whose lives have been shaped by it. His thrillers are a continuation of his war stories, with upper class Englishmen defending England from foreigners plotting against it.
Author: "Sapper" Publisher: Wildside Press LLC ISBN: 1667629395 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 280
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Immaculate, charming, fearless wanderer, Jim Maitland, has a peculiar code of morals and an unforgettable character. Our enthusiastic narrator, Leyton, meets the legendary Maitland on the Island of Tampico -- a flawless jewel in a sapphire sea, with more vice than the slums of a city - and leaps at the chance to accompany this charismatic man on his spontaneous travels.
Author: Sapper Publisher: Leonaur Limited ISBN: 9781782824077 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 348
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Maitland & Standish-Two volumes of 'Sapper's' most memorable action heroes Herman Cyril McNeile (better known to his readers as 'Sapper') was a former soldier and prolific author of adventure and detective fiction. His Bulldog Drummond stories have become classics and have been abidingly popular with enthusiasts of the genre from the time they were first published to the present day. Leonaur has already gathered together the Drummond stories and has now turned its attention to the exploits of two more of Sapper's great characters-monocled, two-fisted adventurer, Jim Maitland and the suave detective, Ronald Standish, whose exploits have been collected in two substantial and complementary volumes. These stories belong to a golden age after the First World War when 'men of the world' threw themselves into danger for the sheer thrill of the 'game'. Through Jim Maitland we experience high adventure across the globe, from burning deserts to steaming jungles (sometimes peopled by fantastical man-beasts). Aficionados of the Bulldog Drummond stories will see him echoed in Maitland in these exciting stories of thrills and desperate gambits. Leonaur editions are newly typeset and are not facsimiles; each title is available in softcover and hardback with dustjacket; our hardbacks are cloth bound and feature gold foil lettering on their spines and fabric head and tail bands.
Author: Herman Cyril Herman Cyril McNeile Publisher: ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages : 110
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Immaculate, charming, fearless wanderer, Jim Maitland, has a peculiar code of morals and an unforgettable character. Our enthusiastic narrator, Leyton, meets the legendary Maitland on the Island of Tampico - a flawless jewel in a sapphire sea, with more vice than the slums of a city - and leaps at the chance to accompany this charismatic man on his spontaneous travels.
Author: H. C. McNeile
Author: H. C. McNeile
Author: Sapper
Author: H. C. McNeile
Author: Herman Cyril McNeile
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Author: Sapper
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Author: Herman Cyril Herman Cyril McNeile