![]() ![]() Published in 1903, The Riddle of the Sands is considered the first modern spy novel. And only these two courageous Englishmen can stop them. What are the Germans up to? Nothing less than a plot to invade Britain. The Medusa, manned by the sinister Dollman, has already tried to destroy Davies. There has been suspicious German activity along the coast. But Carruthers hopes for a holiday are quickly dashed. Read more When Carruthers receives a letter from his friend Davies suggesting a Baltic sailing trip, the vision of a manned yacht, A1 scenery and excellent duck shooting quickly works its charm. ![]() The first modern spy novel and a must-read for espionage junkies and fans of James Bond and John Le Carré. Why should anyone want to kill Davies? What are the Germans trying to hide? Num Pages: 352 pages. Much to Carruther's disgust, the reality couldn't be more different. The Riddle of the Sands Paperback Erskine Childers Genre: Fiction Topic: Classics, Thrillers / Espionage, Action & Adventure, Sea Stories, Alternative History. When Carruthers receives a letter from his friend Davies suggesting a Baltic sailing trip the vision of a manned yacht, A1 scenery and excellent duck shooting quickly works its charm. Description for The Riddle of the Sands Paperback. ![]()
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