Alias the Lone Wolf

Alias The Lone Wolf is a mystery novel written by Louis Joseph Vance. It tells the story of Michael Lanyard, a former thief and con artist who has reformed and is now living a respectable life. However, when his friend is accused of murder, Lanyard decides to use his skills to clear his name.The novel is set in New York City in the 1920s and is full of intrigue, suspense, and plot twists. As Lanyard investigates the murder, he becomes embroiled in a web of deceit and danger, facing off against a ruthless gang of criminals.The book is known for its fast-paced action and complex characters, including Lanyard himself, who is both a hero and a rogue. Vance's writing style is engaging and witty, and he creates a vivid picture of the era in which the story takes place.Overall, Alias The Lone Wolf is a thrilling and entertaining read that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.To take a train at Millau would be simply to invite pursuit; for that was the likeliest point an escaping criminal would strike for, a stopping place for all trains north and southbound. Telegraphic advices would cause every such train to be searched to a certainty. Furthermore, Lanyard had no desire to enter Paris by the direct route from Millau. Not the police alone, but others, enemies even more dangerous, might be expecting him by that route.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.