Author: James Hall McIlvaine
Publisher: Forgotten Books
ISBN: 9780267438754
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 32
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Excerpt from The Bursting of the War Cloud One can trace the chain of causes and consequences as far back as he pleases, but for present purposes we need not go further back than six years. In 1908, in the heart of the Macedonian mountains, a Turkish officer sent a telegram to Sultan Abdul Hamid demanding constitutional government for Turkey. Out of that event and what followed came a Turkish parliament. To that parliament Bosnia and H'ertzeg'ovina demanded the right to send delegates, for by the treaty of Berlin they were suze'rain to Turkey, though turned over to Austria for ad ministration. The claim caused embar rassment at Vienna, ending in the high handed annexation of these provinces by Austria. The Serbs, inflamed to the point of war, were restrained by Russia, who was not then ready for war. With their dreams of national independence and grandeur the Serbs felt themselves cheated once more by Austria, and out of the race hatred smoldering and Ham ing for centuries came the assassination at Sarajevo of the Archduke Francis Fer dimand and his morganatic wife by a Serb boy nineteen years old. Austria, after an ex-parte examination in which only one side was heard, sent a peremptory note to Servia demanding the crushing out of all agitation against Austria and the punishment of those accused of com plicity in the crime, with Austrian oi 'ficials making the investigation and sit ting in judgment, demanding a final an swer in forty-eight hours. Of the eleven demands of Austria Servia granted all save one, and for that asked further in formation as to how it could be complied with without infringing her national sov ereignty guaranteed by the treaty of Ber lin. The reply was not deemed satisfac tory, and without waiting even for the forty-eight hours to elapse Austria de clared war, asserting that she could not wait as Servia was mobilizing againsther. Russia began mobilizing at once, asserting that Austria was mobilizing on her border. Germany declared 'war on Russia because she would not discon tinue mobilization, and upon France for the same reason. Belgium was forced into war to protect her independence, and Great Britain by her treaty guaranteeing the neutrality of Belgium, and because her honor and safety were at stake. So in eight days the fat was in the fire and the devils singing the h'allelujah chorus. The bloodiest war in history was begun and with the least apparent justification. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Author: James Hall McIlvaine
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Category : Sermons, American
Languages : en
Pages : 28
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Author: William Stephens Hayward
Publisher: Forgotten Books
ISBN: 9781334343889
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 420
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Excerpt from The Black Angel: A Tale of the American Civil War Notice, too, the soft blue eyes of Angela Gayle, how sorrowful they seem, almost brimming over with tears. She is in earnest conversation with a young man in the uniform of a lieutenant in the United States' navy. This young man is Darcy Leigh. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Author: William Le Queux
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 960
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William Le Queux's WAR TALES Boxed Set is a captivating collection of spy thrillers, action classics, and WWI adventure tales that will take readers on a thrilling journey through the tumultuous times of war. Le Queux's literary style combines suspenseful storytelling with intricate plots and well-developed characters, making this boxed set a must-read for fans of the spy thriller genre. Set against the backdrop of early 20th century Europe, these tales provide a fascinating glimpse into the world of espionage and adventure during wartime. William Le Queux, a British novelist and prolific writer, drew inspiration from his own experiences as a journalist and traveler to craft engaging narratives that are both entertaining and informative. His deep knowledge of political landscapes and military strategies shines through in these gripping tales of espionage and heroism. Le Queux's expertise in weaving together complex plots and creating vivid settings adds depth and authenticity to the stories in this boxed set. I highly recommend WAR TALES Boxed Set to readers who enjoy fast-paced thrillers, historical fiction, and stories of courage and intrigue in times of war. William Le Queux's masterful storytelling and meticulous attention to detail make this collection a rewarding and immersive reading experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Author: Sartell Prentice
Publisher: Forgotten Books
ISBN: 9780365255949
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 78
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Excerpt from The Cloud P on the crest of Carmel a man U stood watching. Before him lay the blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea, to the North the curving Bay of Acre, while to the south the white surf was breaking on the reefs of Philistia. At the other end of the long Carmel ridge another man stood waiting. Before his eyes the great Plain of Esdraelon lay extended with the hills of Galilee to the North and the great bulk of Mt. Gilboa, faint in the summer haze, bounding the Vision to the East. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Author: Golgotha Press
Publisher: BookCaps Study Guides
ISBN: 1610425944
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 15537
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An anthology of 50 classic war novels with an active table of contents to make it easy to quickly find the book you are looking for.Works include:The Airlords of Han by Philip Francis NowlanAlroy by Benjamin DisraeliAmong the Pines by James R. GilmoreBear Trap by Alan Edward NourseThe Big Time by Fritz Reuter LeiberThe Black Arrow by Robert Louis StevensonBreed Nor Birth by Dallas McCord ReynoldsThe Chainbearer by J. FENIMORE COOPERComing Home by Edith WhartonDangerous Days by Mary Roberts RinehartThe Destroyers by Gordon Randall GarrettFinished by H. Rider HaggardFor the Temple by G. A. HentyThe Gods are Athirst by Anatole FranceThe Green Beret by Thomas Edward PurdomGreenmantle by John BuchanThe Highest Treason by Randall GarrettIn the Track of the Troops by R.M. BallantyneJimmie Higgins by Upton SinclairThe Kangaroo Marines by R. W. CampbellLa Vendée by Anthony TrollopeThe Little Shepherd of Kingdom Come by John Fox, Jr.The Long Roll by Mary JohnstonMemoirs of a Cavalier by Daniel DefoeMistress Wilding by Rafael SabatiniMorale by Murray LeinsterMr. Midshipman Easy by Frederick MarryatMr. Standfast by John BuchanOkewood of the Secret Service by Valentine WilliamsOn the Irrawaddy by G. A. HentyOne Man's Initiation--1917 by John Dos PassosOne of Ours by Willa CatherThe Pathfinder by James Fenimore CooperPaths of Glory by Irvin S. CobbPushbutton War by Joseph P. MartinoThe Red Badge of Courage by Stephen CraneRemember the Alamo by Amelia E. BarrRide Proud, Rebel! by Andre Alice NortonSea Warfare by Rudyard KiplingShock Absorber by E.G. von WaldThe Spy by James Fenimore CooperSt. Elmo by Augusta J. EvansSword and the Atopen by Taylor H. Greenfield
Author: William Le Queux
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN: 8026877322
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 14100
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William Le Queux (1864-1927) was a famous and incredibly visionary writer who wrote in the genres of mystery, thriller, and espionage - in the years leading up to World War I. His best-known works are the invasion thrillers "The Great War in England in 1897” and the anti-German invasion fantasy "The Invasion of 1910.” – all written before the war… Novels The Great War in England in 1897 The Invasion of 1910 Guilty Bonds Zoraida The Temptress The Great White Queen Devil's Dice Whoso Findeth a Wife The Eye of Istar If Sinners Entice Thee The Bond of Black The Day of Temptation The Veiled Man The Wiles of the Wicked An Eye for an Eye In White Raiment Of Royal Blood Her Majesty's Minister The Under-Secretary The Seven Secrets As We Forgive Them The Sign of the Stranger The Hunchback of Westminster The Closed Book The Czar's Spy Behind the Throne The Pauper of Park Lane The Mysterious Mr. Miller Whatsoever a Man Soweth The Great Court Scandal The Lady in the Car The House of Whispers The Red Room Spies of the Kaiser The Great God Gold (Treasure of Israel) Hushed Up! A Mystery of London The Death-Doctor The Lost Million The Price of Power Her Royal Highness The White Lie The Four Faces The Sign of Silence The Mysterious Three At the Sign of the Sword The Mystery of the Green Ray Number 70, Berlin The Way to Win The Broken Thread The Place of Dragons The Zeppelin Destroyer Sant of the Secret Service The Stolen Statesman The Doctor of Pimlico Whither Thou Goest The Intriguers The Red Widow (The Death-Dealers of London) Mademoiselle of Monte Carlo This House to Let The Golden Face The Stretton Street Affair The Voice from the Void Short Story Collections Stolen Souls The Count's Chauffeur The Bomb-Makers The Gay Triangle
Author: William Le Queux
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 17582
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William Le Queux's Ultimate Collection features an extensive selection of 100+ spy thrillers, detective mysteries, adventure classics, historical novels, war stories, and crime tales, all illustrated to enrich the reader's experience. Le Queux's writing style is characterized by a gripping narrative filled with intrigue, suspense, and intricate plot twists. His works are set in a literary context that reflects the espionage and detective fiction genres of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, providing a glimpse into the political tensions and social issues of the era. Readers can expect a thrilling journey through various settings and time periods, with each story crafted to captivate and entertain.
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Category : United States
Languages : en
Pages : 418
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Author: Edward Powers
Publisher: Forgotten Books
ISBN: 9781333867836
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 206
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Excerpt from War and the Weather Agency, though sufficiently startling, is not one which, in this age of progress, ought to be consid ered as impossible of practical realization. Aside from its connection with the superstitions of certain savage tribes, it is an Opinion of comparatively recent origin, and is one which cannot be regarded as belonging, in any degree, to a certain class of notions which prevail among the unthinking, and which, being based neither on reason nor observed facts, are respectable, if at all, only for their anti quity; but, on the contrary, it is one which is con fined principally to those who are accustomed to draw conclusions only from adequate premises, and whose belief in the matter referred to has generally been founded on facts which have come under their own observation. When numerous observers, each independently of the others, arrive at an identical conclusion, in reasoning from facts which they have separately noticed in widely different fields, such conclusion is certainly worthy of respect, and may be assumed to contain the elements of truth. Of. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
