Green Ginger (1909)

Green Ginger is a novel written by Arthur Morrison and first published in 1909. The story is set in the early 1900s in London and follows the life of a young man named Richard Viner. Richard is a struggling writer who is trying to make a name for himself in the literary world. He is also in love with a woman named Ada, who is the daughter of a wealthy businessman.Richard's life takes a dramatic turn when he is approached by a man named John Turnbull, who offers him a job as a private secretary. Turnbull is a mysterious and powerful man who is involved in shady business dealings. Richard is initially hesitant to accept the job, but the promise of a large salary convinces him to take the position.As Richard begins to work for Turnbull, he becomes embroiled in a complex web of intrigue and deception. He discovers that Turnbull is involved in a plot to steal a valuable jade necklace known as ""Green Ginger"". Richard is torn between his loyalty to Turnbull and his growing love for Ada, who is also involved in the plot.The novel is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and greed. Morrison's vivid descriptions of London's seedy underworld provide a fascinating glimpse into the city's criminal underbelly. The characters are well-drawn and complex, and the plot is full of twists and turns that keep the reader guessing until the very end.Overall, Green Ginger is a classic work of British crime fiction that is sure to delight fans of the genre. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of crime fiction or the social and cultural history of early 20th-century London.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.