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H. C. (Herman Cyril) McNeile
Herman Cyril McNeile, also known by his pen name Sapper, was a British soldier and writer born in 1888. He gained fame for his adventure and war novels, particularly the "Bulldog Drummond" series, which featured a war-hardened hero combating villains and espionage. McNeile's writing often reflected his experiences as a Royal Engineer during World War I, influencing his vivid depictions of conflict and heroism. His most notable works include "Bull-Dog Drummond" and "The Black Gang."
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THE WAY TO THE LAND I It came suddenly when it did come, it may be remembered. Every one knew it was coming, and yet—it was all so impossible, so incredible. I remember Clive Draycott looking foolishly at his recall telegram in the club—he had just come home on leave from Egypt—and then brandishing it in front of my nose. "My dear old boy," he remarked peevishly, "it's out of the...
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PROLOGUE I The officer lying back in the home-made chair tilted the peak of his cap over his eyes and let his book slip gently to the ground. A few moments later, after various unavailing waves of the hand, he pulled out a handkerchief of striking design and carefully adjusted it over his face. Then, with his hands dug deep in his pockets to remove even a square inch of skin from the ubiquitous fly, he...
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