Bøger af Homer Lea

This primary source historical collection provides a unique look into China during the turn of the century. With a foreword by T.S. Wentworth, readers will be transported to a time of political and social upheaval, where alliances shift and danger lurks around every corner. This collection is a must-read for anyone interested in the historical romance genre.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Homer Lea (November 17, 1876 - November 1, 1912), was an American adventurer, author and geopolitical strategist, best known for his involvement with Chinese reform and revolutionary movements in the early twentieth century and for his writings about China and geopolitics. Lea is less well known for his first major effort at writing a novel entitled, The Vermilion Pencil: A Romance of China (1908). After going to China (1900-1901), he used his experiences there to craft his novel. In it he depicted a colorful picture of Chinese rural life with a fast moving plot centering on the relationship and romance of a French missionary and the young wife of a Chinese viceroy. This revised edition of The Vermilion Pencil: A Romance of China has been edited by Lawrence M. Kaplan to include commentary about Homer Lea and his writings and explanatory footnotes to assist the reader.

The Day of the Saxon is a historical novel written by Homer Lea and published in 1912. Set in the early 20th century, the novel explores the rise of Germany as a world power and the potential threat it poses to the United States. The story follows the life of a young American officer named Captain Philip Blair, who is sent on a secret mission to Germany to gather intelligence on their military capabilities. Along the way, he falls in love with a German noblewoman, Countess von Hohendorff, and becomes embroiled in a web of political intrigue and espionage. As war between Germany and the United States looms on the horizon, Blair must navigate a dangerous path to protect his country and the woman he loves. The Day of the Saxon is a thrilling tale of love, war, and patriotism that offers a unique perspective on the geopolitical tensions of the early 20th century.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.

The Day of the Saxon is a historical novel written by Homer Lea and published in 1912. The story is set in the early 20th century and revolves around the conflict between Germany and England. The protagonist of the novel is a young American named John Lang who travels to Europe to witness the war firsthand. He is caught up in the middle of the conflict and becomes a spy for the British forces. The novel explores themes of nationalism, loyalty, and the consequences of war. It also delves into the political and social issues of the time, including the rise of imperialism and the tension between different nations. The Day of the Saxon is a thrilling and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on the events leading up to World War I.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.

Geopolitical and strategic analysis of the conditions of the British Empire in 1912, forecasting its inevitable dissolution, written by the famous author of "The Valor of Ignorance."