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For many years I have busied myself making a collection of rare and valuable historical documents, and strange indeed are some of the stories and scandals which these ancient, crinkled parchments whisper to me in my hours of leisure. In France, in Italy, in Russia, in Germany,... Read Full Overview

For many years I have busied myself making a collection of rare and valuable historical documents, and strange indeed are some of the stories and scandals which these ancient, crinkled parchments whisper to me in my hours of leisure.

Set against the backdrop of Westminster and Whitehall, this gripping novel follows the story of a young clerk who uncovers a dangerous political conspiracy. With twists and turns galore, the plot moves at breakneck speed as the protagonist races to save both his career and... Read Full Overview

Set against the backdrop of Westminster and Whitehall, this gripping novel follows the story of a young clerk who uncovers a dangerous political conspiracy. With twists and turns galore, the plot moves at breakneck speed as the protagonist races to save both his career and... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original... Read Full Overview

"The Hunchback of Westminster" from William Le Queux. Anglo-French journalist and writer (1864-1927).