The Eastern Menace (1881)

By Arthur Cory

Book Overview

The Eastern Menace is a historical fiction novel written by Arthur Cory and published in 1881. The story takes place in the late 19th century and follows the adventures of the protagonist, John Lang, a British army officer stationed in India. Lang is tasked with investigating a mysterious group of rebels who are causing unrest in the region, and he soon discovers that they are being funded and supported by a foreign power.As Lang delves deeper into the conspiracy, he uncovers a plot by the Russian government to destabilize British rule in India and ultimately take over the country. With the help of a local spy and a brave band of soldiers, Lang sets out to thwart the Russian plan and save India from the Eastern Menace.The book is a thrilling adventure story that combines elements of espionage, romance, and military action. It offers a vivid portrayal of life in colonial India and explores themes of loyalty, patriotism, and the clash of cultures. The Eastern Menace is a classic of its genre and remains a popular read today for fans of historical fiction and adventure novels.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: 1104489503
• ISBN13: 9781104489502
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 1.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"