The Count's Chauffeur by William Le Queux
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| Author | Le Queux, William, 1864-1927 |
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| Title | The Count's Chauffeur |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | A move on the "Forty" -- A sentimental swindle -- The story of a secret -- A run with Rosalie -- The six new novels -- The gentleman from London -- The lady of the Great North Road -- The Red Rooster -- Concerning the other fellow -- The lady in a hurry -- The peril of Pierrette. |
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| Summary | "The Count's Chauffeur" by William Le Queux is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around George Ewart, an Englishman and skilled chauffeur who finds himself in the employ of Count Bindo di Ferraris, a mysterious Italian aristocrat. As Ewart begins his new job, he immediately senses intrigue and danger surrounding his employer, which hints at a web of secrets and criminal activities that he is drawn into. The opening of the book introduces Ewart's background, revealing his diverse upbringing and strong mechanical skills that eventually lead him to the position of chauffeur for the Count. During their initial encounters, Ewart becomes curious about the Count's hidden motives and the true nature of his affairs. From the very beginning, the narrative suggests an adventure filled with clandestine operations and the complexities of loyalty, as Ewart is soon thrust into a world of deception and crime within the glamorous backdrop of Europe, including high society intrigues and the thrill of fast cars. As the story unfolds, readers are promised a blend of suspense, romance, and the allure of the dangerous lifestyle associated with their elite employers. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Criminals -- Fiction |
| Subject | Mystery and detective stories |
| Subject | Chauffeurs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 30827 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 85 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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