02204cam a22003253u 4500 42459 UtSlPG 20260610133954.0 m cr n 260607r2013||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Clarke, Laurence (Laurence Ayscough), 1873-1942 Bernard Treves's Boots: A Novel of the Secret Service Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2013 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2013-04-01 Produced by Al Haines "Bernard Treves's Boots: A Novel of the Secret Service" by Laurence Clarke is a fictional work written in the early 20th century. This novel centers around John Manton, a young man who finds himself ensnared in a case of mistaken identity involving a man named Bernard Treves. The story delves into themes of deception, duty, and the complexity of personal history within the backdrop of military service and espionage. The opening of the novel introduces us to Manton, who, while attempting to enlist in the army, is mistaken for Treves by Captain Gilbert. As they interact, Manton insists he is not Treves, despite Captain Gilbert’s strong belief otherwise, setting up the tension of the plot. Manton reveals he is on a quest to repay a debt stemming from his previous service, hinting at his honorable intentions and troubled past. The narrative hints at a greater conspiracy as the plot unfolds involving spies and wartime intrigue, suggesting not only a thrilling adventure but also an exploration of morality and identity as Manton navigates a world where he must assume another's identity to survive and resolve the complications stemming from this misunderstanding. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified England -- Fiction Impostors and imposture -- Fiction Spy stories https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/42459 83298 83298