Tcheriapin

""Tcheriapin"" is a novel written by Sax Rohmer, published in 1930. The story takes place in London and centers around a mysterious Russian man named Tcheriapin. He is a master of disguise and has the ability to hypnotize people, making them do his bidding. Tcheriapin is wanted by the police for his involvement in a string of robberies and murders, but he manages to elude them at every turn. The protagonist of the story is Paul Harley, a private detective who is hired to track down Tcheriapin. Harley is aided by his friend, Dr. McMurdo, who is an expert in hypnotism. Together, they follow a trail of clues that lead them to a secret society of criminals who are working with Tcheriapin. As they delve deeper into the case, Harley and McMurdo become increasingly aware of the danger they are in. Tcheriapin is a formidable opponent, and they must use all their skills to outwit him. Along the way, they encounter a cast of characters, including a beautiful Russian spy, a wealthy businessman, and a master criminal known as ""The Scorpion."" The novel is a classic example of the detective genre, with plenty of twists and turns to keep the reader engaged. Sax Rohmer is known for his ability to create memorable villains, and Tcheriapin is no exception. The book is a thrilling ride from start to finish, and is sure to satisfy fans of mystery and suspense.Again the cloak touched me, but it was without entirely resigning myself to the compelling influence that I followed my mysterious acquaintance up an uncarpeted and nearly dark stair. On the landing above a gas lamp was burning, and opening a door immediately facing the stair the stranger conducted me into a barely furnished and untidy room.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.