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The Complete Works of H. C. McNeile "Sapper”
This unique eBook edition of H. C. McNeile's complete works has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Herman Cyril McNeile (1888-1937) commonly known as H. C. McNeile or Sapper, was a British soldier and author. Drawing on his experiences in the trenches during the First World War, he started writing short stories and getting them published in the Daily Mail. After the war McNeile left the army and continued writing, although he changed from war stories to thrillers. In 1920 he published Bulldog Drummond, whose eponymous hero became his best-known creation. The character was based on McNeile himself, on his friend Gerard Fairlie and on E...
The Complete Works of H. C. McNeile (Sapper) - 14 Novels & 170+ Short Stories: Mysteries, Thriller Novels, War Stories, Detective Stories, Tales from the Army and More
The Complete Works of H. C. McNeile (Sapper) showcases the diverse talents of the author by compiling 14 novels and over 170 short stories across various genres such as mysteries, thrillers, war stories, and detective tales. Known for his straightforward and engaging narrative style, McNeile captivates readers with his vivid descriptions and authentic characterizations. His works provide a valuable insight into the literary landscape of the early 20th century, reflecting the societal attitudes and concerns of the time. Readers can expect an immersive reading experience filled with gripping plots and memorable characters. H. C. McNeile, also known as Sapper, was a British author and soldier w...
The Complete Works of H. C. McNeile "Sapper"
In 'The Complete Works of H. C. McNeile "Sapper"', readers are treated to a comprehensive anthology that spans the breadth and depth of one of early 20th-century literature's most robust voices. This collection showcases a myriad of literary styles, from the taut thrillers and adventures that defined McNeiles career to his lesser-known but equally compelling short stories and plays. The diversity within this anthology highlights not only McNeile's versatility as a writer but also the evolving literary contexts of his time, offering remarkable insights into post-World War I British society through works that range from the gritty to the whimsical, all marked by his distinctive sharp wit and k...
Delphi Collected Works of H. C. McNeile (Sapper)
Famous for his pseudonym ‘Sapper’, H. C. McNeile drew on his experiences in the trenches during the First World War for his war stories and novels. His most famous creation is Bulldog Drummond, an ex-British Army Captain turned crime-fighting gentleman vigilante. McNeile’s stories are either directly about the war or feature characters whose lives have been shaped by the conflict. In later years, his work shifted into the genre of thrillers, featuring upper class Englishmen defending England from foreigners plotting against it. This eBook presents McNeile’s collected works, with numerous illustrations, rare texts, informative introductions and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Versio...
THE WORLD WAR COLLECTION OF H. C. MCNEILE (SAPPER)
This carefully edited collection has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Herman Cyril McNeile (1888-1937) commonly known as H. C. McNeile or Sapper, was a British soldier and author. Drawing on his experiences in the trenches during the First World War, he started writing short stories and getting them published in the Daily Mail. McNeile's stories are either directly about the war, or contain people whose lives have been shaped by it. His war stories were considered by contemporary audiences as anti-sentimental, realistic depictions of the trenches, and as a "celebration of the qualities of the Old Contemptibles". "No one...
Delphi Complete Works of H. C. McNeile (Sapper)
Famous for his pseudonym ‘Sapper’, H. C. McNeile drew on his experiences in the trenches during the First World War for his war stories and novels. His most famous creation is Bulldog Drummond, an ex-British Army Captain turned crime-fighting gentleman vigilante. McNeile’s stories are either directly about the war or feature characters whose lives have been shaped by the conflict. In later years, his work shifted into the genre of thrillers, featuring upper class Englishmen defending England from foreigners plotting against it. For the first time in publishing history, this edition presents McNeile’s complete works, with numerous illustrations, rare texts, informative introductions a...
The Complete Works of H. C. McNeile (Sapper) - 14 Novels & 170+ Short Stories: Mysteries, Thriller Novels, War Stories, Detective Stories, Tales from the Army and More
This carefully crafted ebook: "The Complete Works of H. C. McNeile (Sapper) - 14 Novels & 170+ Short Stories: Mysteries, Thriller Novels, War Stories, Detective Stories, Tales from the Army and More" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. Herman Cyril McNeile (1888-1937) commonly known as H. C. McNeile or Sapper, was a British soldier and author. Drawing on his experiences in the trenches during the First World War, he started writing short stories and getting them published in the Daily Mail. After the war McNeile left the army and continued writing, although he changed from war stories to thrillers. In 1920 he published Bulldog Drummond, whose epony...
No Man's Land
Herman Cyril McNeile, MC, commonly known as Cyril McNeile and publishing under the name H. C. McNeile or the pseudonym Sapper, was a British soldier and author. Drawing on his experiences in the trenches during the First World War, he started writing short stories and getting them published in the Daily Mail. As serving officers in the British Army were not permitted to publish under their own names, he was given the pen name "Sapper" by Lord Northcliffe, the owner of the Daily Mail; the nickname was based on that of his corps, the Royal Engineers.
The Complete Works of H. C. McNeile (Sapper)
This carefully crafted ebook: "The Complete Works of H. C. McNeile (Sapper) - 14 Novels & 170+ Short Stories: Mysteries, Thriller Novels, War Stories, Detective Stories, Tales from the Army and More" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. Herman Cyril McNeile (1888-1937) commonly known as H. C. McNeile or Sapper, was a British soldier and author. Drawing on his experiences in the trenches during the First World War, he started writing short stories and getting them published in the Daily Mail. After the war McNeile left the army and continued writing, although he changed from war stories to thrillers. In 1920 he published Bulldog Drummond, whose epony...
Bull-dog Drummond: The Adventures of a Demobilised Officer Who Found Peace Dull
"Bull-dog Drummond" by H. C. McNeile is a novel that begins with ex-British Army Captain Hugh "Bulldog" Drummond, DSO, MC, a wealthy former World War I officer of the Loamshire Regiment. He places an advertisement in The Times stating his desire for an adventure and receives a reply from a young woman, concerned about some business acquaintances of her father. It turns out that her father is being blackmailed by archvillain Carl Peterson who is attempting to organize a coup d'état to enable a pro-communist takeover of Britain. Drummond is captured several times, and manages to escape several times, before eventually defeating Peterson...
