Spies of the Kaiser: Plotting the Downfall of England by William Le Queux
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| Author | Le Queux, William, 1864-1927 |
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| Title | Spies of the Kaiser: Plotting the Downfall of England |
| Note | Reading ease score: 69.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Spies of the Kaiser: Plotting the Downfall of England" by William Le Queux is a fictional narrative written in the early 20th century. The book delves into themes of espionage and national security during a period of rising tensions between England and Germany leading up to World War I. The protagonists include Ray Raymond, a barrister, and his friend John James Jacox, who are determined to unmask German spies operating within England and reveal the impending threat posed by these agents against their homeland. At the start of the story, the protagonists are alarmed by the revelation that German spies have successfully infiltrated England and are actively working to gather intelligence on military plans, particularly concerning the new naval base at Rosyth. They discuss initial evidence of espionage, including the suspicious activities of individuals collecting secrets related to England's defenses. Driven by patriotism, Raymond embarks on an investigation to expose these spies, setting the stage for a thrilling exploration of deceit, danger, and the looming threat of invasion. The narrative effectively combines elements of suspense and political awareness, encouraging readers to reflect on the vulnerabilities of a nation caught unprepared in the face of espionage. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- Invasions -- Fiction |
| Subject | Spy stories |
| Subject | Espionage, German -- Fiction |
| Subject | Intelligence service -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 33298 |
| Release Date | Jul 31, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 110 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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