Kate Plus 10

Edgar Wallace

Sinopse

Scotland Yard Inspector Michael Pretherston has been called to attend a case of missing jewelry at Lord Flanborough's home. While investigating, Inspector Pretherston comes across a familiar face—and an intriguing mystery to challenge his skills and intellect: a woman by the name of Katharine Westhanger. Kate has been a person of interest in various capers across Europe despite her innocent looks and charming personality. The use of a false identity is unlikely to be an attempt to distance herself from the tainted reputation of the Westhanger name, but what lies behind her latest appearance in London and recent association with the rich and powerful? Inspector Pretherston is certain that the Crime Street gang is scheming again, and intends to find out what their next target could be. Meanwhile, Kate discovers new thrills in her multiple encounters with Michael, playing a mischievous game of cat and mouse that mixes crime, romance, and a battle of wits and opposing personalities. Published in 1917, Kate Plus 10 was adapted into a motion picture of the same name in 1938, and later became the basis for the film The Trygon Factor . Edgar Wallace (died 1932) was a major literary figure of the early 20th century. Their work has endured across generations and continues to be read and studied worldwide. As a work of classic literary fiction, Kate Plus 10 exemplifies the narrative craft and social insight that defined great storytelling of its era. Literary fiction of this period was characterized by careful attention to character psychology, social milieu, and the moral questions that animated public discourse.

Disponível desde: 19/05/2026.

Comprimento de impressão: 178 páginas.

Outros livros que poderiam interessá-lo

Two Tales From Nathaniel...

Nathaniel Hawthorne

Two Tales From Nathaniel Hawthorne includes, "The British Matron," a satirical essay, and the short story, "The Hollow of the Three Trees. Hawthorne (1804–1864) was born in Salem, Massachusetts. His ancestors include John Hathorne, the only judge involved in the Salem witch trials who never repented of his actions. Nathaniel later added a "w" to make his name "Hawthorne" in order to hide this relation. The Scarlet Letter, his most famous novel, was published in 1850, followed by a succession of other novels, including The House of the Seven Gables, and various other writings, including the two here.

Ver livro

Flatland:A Romance of Many...

Edwin Abbott Abbott

"This masterpiece of science (and mathematical) fiction is a delightfully unique and highly entertaining satire that has charmed readers for more than 100 years. The work of English clergyman, educator and Shakespearean scholar Edwin A. Abbott (1838-1926), it describes the journeys of A. Square , a mathematician and resident of the two-dimensional Flatland, where women-thin, straight lines-are the lowliest of shapes, and where men may have any number of sides, depending on their social status.  Through strange occurrences that bring him into contact with a host of geometric forms, Square has adventures in Spaceland (three dimensions), Lineland (one dimension) and Pointland (no dimensions) and ultimately entertains thoughts of visiting a land of four dimensions—a revolutionary idea for which he is returned to his two-dimensional world. Charmingly illustrated by the author, Flatland is not only fascinating reading, it is still a first-rate fictional introduction to the concept of the multiple dimensions of space. ""Instructive, entertaining, and stimulating to the imagination."" — Mathematics Teacher."  Support us at https://manifoldmedia.net/donate

Ver livro

Old-Fashioned Thanksgiving An

Louisa May Alcott

Mother and Father are called away suddenly, because Grandma is "failin' fast". This leaves the oldest Bassett girls, Tillie and Prue, to oversee the cooking of the Thanksgiving feast. Soon all eight children pitch in, though the subtleties of plum pudding and stuffed turkey are completely unknown to them. The result is a whole bunch of old-fashioned fun in the comfortably familiar Louisa May Alcott tradition.

Ver livro

Tarrano the Conqueror - An Epic...

Raymond King Cummings

Three worlds plunge into chaos as simultaneous assassinations spark an interplanetary war for the ultimate prize: eternal life.
The year is 2430. Jac Hallen, an ambitious news-gatherer, stands in the bustling mega-city of Greater New York when the President of the Anglo-Saxon Republic is murdered before his very eyes. Within the hour, the rulers of Earth, Venus, and Mars are also assassinated. A ruthless dictator from the icy wastelands of Venus—the cunning and charismatic Tarrano—has claimed credit. But Tarrano’s true objective is not just military domination. He seeks a newly discovered scientific vibration created by the brilliant Dr. Brende, a medical secret capable of halting human aging indefinitely.
When Dr. Brende is murdered and his children, along with Jac, are taken captive, they are thrust into a deadly game of political intrigue, high-tech espionage, and perilous escapes. Held hostage in the heart of an alien immigrant colony, Jac and his friends must outwit a mastermind who intends to hold the entire solar system captive.
Why you will love this: Fans of vintage Science Fiction will be absolutely captivated by this grand, golden-age space opera. Packed with futuristic technology, terrifying political unrest, daring escapes, and pulse-pounding interplanetary action & adventure, it hits all the classic tropes of retro sci-fi. If you enjoy early tales of dystopia driven by visionary megalomaniacs and intricate world-building, this epic will keep you riveted from the first paralyzing ray-blast to the final showdown.
About the Author: Ray Cummings (1887–1957) was a pioneering master of pulp fiction who once worked as a personal assistant to Thomas Edison. Known for blending speculative science with breathless pacing, he remains a foundational figure in early 20th-century speculative literature.

Ver livro

Arabella

Anônimo

Arabella is a Regency romance novel written by Georgette Heyer. It records the plight of a relatively poor girl from the English gentry who captures the attention of a very wealthy man by claiming to be an heiress; although he disbelieves her, he is amused by her presumption and character. The story is set in the spring of 1817Arabella, the beautiful daughter of a country vicar, sets out to London to have a season and make an advantageous marriage. On her way there, her carriage has an accident and she has to stop over at the hunting box of Robert Beaumaris, the Nonpareil of the town and one of the wealthiest men in England.

Ver livro

Resurrection - A Powerful Story...

Leo Tolstoy

How does one atone for the sins of the past? 
In Resurrection, Leo Tolstoy presents a harrowing yet deeply moving tale of moral reckoning and spiritual awakening. Prince Dmitri Ivanovich, a wealthy aristocrat, is confronted with the consequences of his youthful indiscretions when he discovers that Katerina Maslova—a woman he once seduced and abandoned—has been unjustly sentenced to Siberian exile. Driven by guilt and a newfound sense of justice, he dedicates himself to her cause, only to find himself entangled in a corrupt legal system and an indifferent society. 
As Dmitri struggles to right his wrongs, his journey exposes the hypocrisy of the elite, the cruelty of the prison system, and the immense power of personal transformation. Tolstoy masterfully weaves a narrative that is both a compelling human drama and a fierce indictment of social inequality. 
What You’ll Discover in This Modern Translation:A Profound Exploration of Justice and Redemption – Witness one man’s attempt to find meaning in a world riddled with injustice.A Powerful Social and Political Critique – Experience Tolstoy’s unflinching condemnation of legal corruption, class oppression, and religious hypocrisy.A Masterpiece in a Fresh, Readable Style – This modern adaptation retains Tolstoy’s philosophical depth while making the novel more engaging for contemporary readers.A Story That Will Challenge and Inspire You – Reflect on themes of guilt, moral responsibility, and the possibility of true change. 
Can redemption ever be enough to heal a broken world? 
Get your copy today and experience one of Tolstoy’s most thought-provoking and powerful literary works.

Ver livro