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100 1 _aOppenheim, E. Phillips
_q(Edward Phillips),
_d1866-1946
245 1 0 _aAmbrose Lavendale, Diplomat
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2017
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2017-10-16
505 0 _aThe man who could have ended the war -- The lost formula -- A deal with Niko -- General Matravers repays -- Susceptible Mr. Kessner -- The machinations of Mr. Courlander -- The indiscreet traveller -- The undeniable force -- An interrupted revue -- The sentence of the court.
508 _aProduced by Al Haines
520 _a"Ambrose Lavendale, Diplomat" by E. Phillips Oppenheim is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set against the backdrop of World War I and revolves around the intrigue and tension of the era, particularly focusing on diplomatic relations and espionage. The main character, Ambrose Lavendale, appears to play a significant role in the unfolding events related to the war and some mysterious inventions that have the potential to change its trajectory. The opening of the book introduces the bustling atmosphere of a London bar during wartime. Here, we meet Ambrose Lavendale, an American who becomes intrigued by a seemingly inconspicuous man named Daniel Hurn. This man's peculiar laughter in response to the horrific use of poisonous gas by German forces draws Lavendale's attention, leading to a conversation that reveals Hurn's claim that he can stop the war. As their interaction develops, Lavendale learns more about Hurn's remarkable invention concerning warfare, setting the stage for a thrilling narrative interwoven with elements of mystery, potential betrayal, and the stakes of wartime secrets. The dynamic between Lavendale and the enigmatic Hurn, alongside the advent of compelling characters, suggests an intricate plot filled with suspense and international intrigue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aShort stories, English
653 _aEnglish fiction -- 20th century
653 _aSpy stories, English
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/55760
999 _c96591
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