On Secret Service: Detective Mystery Stories Based On Real Cases Solved By Government Agents (1921)

By William Nelson Taft

Book Overview

On Secret Service is a collection of detective mystery stories written by William Nelson Taft and published in 1921. The book is based on real cases that were solved by government agents in the early 20th century. The stories are set in various locations across the United States and feature a range of characters, including spies, counterfeiters, and smugglers. The book is divided into three parts: ""The Secret Service"", ""The Customs Service"", and ""The Post Office Department"". Each section focuses on the work of a different government agency and the cases they solved. The stories are written in a fast-paced, thrilling style that keeps readers engaged from start to finish. Overall, On Secret Service is a fascinating glimpse into the world of early 20th-century law enforcement and the challenges faced by government agents in their efforts to protect the country from crime and espionage.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104303019
• ISBN13: 9781104303013
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 372 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"