The White Hat

By Sax Rohmer

Book Overview

The White Hat is a mystery novel written by Sax Rohmer. The story revolves around a young woman named Zarmi, who is the daughter of a wealthy Chinese merchant. She hires a private detective named Paul Harley to investigate the disappearance of her fianc�����, a British officer named Ronald Camberley. Harley soon discovers that Camberley was involved in a secret society called the White Hat, which is dedicated to protecting the British Empire from foreign threats.As Harley delves deeper into the case, he becomes embroiled in a dangerous web of intrigue and espionage. He encounters a cast of colorful characters, including a sinister Chinese mastermind, a beautiful Russian spy, and a mysterious Indian prince. Along the way, Harley must use all his wits and cunning to unravel the complex plot and uncover the truth behind Camberley's disappearance.The White Hat is a classic thriller that combines elements of mystery, adventure, and espionage. It is set against the backdrop of the early 20th century, a time of great political upheaval and international tension. The novel is notable for its vivid descriptions of exotic locations, its colorful characters, and its fast-paced action. It has been praised for its intricate plot, its atmospheric setting, and its masterful storytelling.As a matter of fact, his sudden request had positively astounded me, but ere I had time for any reply a door suddenly banged open above and a respectable-looking woman, who might have been some kind of upper servant, came quickly down the stairs. An expression of intense indignation rested upon her face, and without seeming to notice our presence she brushed past us and went out into the street.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: 1419187767
• ISBN13: 9781419187766
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.1"