The Fortieth Door (1920)

The Fortieth Door is a mystery novel written by Mary Hastings Bradley and published in 1920. The story takes place in Egypt and follows the adventures of a young American woman named Louise Willard. Louise is on a quest to find her missing father, who disappeared while on an archaeological expedition in the desert. Along the way, she meets a dashing Frenchman named Paul de Lavardens, who becomes her ally and romantic interest.Together, Louise and Paul embark on a dangerous journey through the Egyptian wilderness, encountering treacherous bandits, ancient tombs, and secret societies. They must solve a series of puzzles and riddles to unlock the secrets of the mysterious ""fortieth door"" and uncover the truth about Louise's father's disappearance.The Fortieth Door is a thrilling adventure story that immerses readers in the exotic world of ancient Egypt. It is filled with suspense, intrigue, and romance, and offers a fascinating glimpse into the culture and mythology of this ancient civilization. Bradley's vivid descriptions of the desert landscape and the ancient ruins bring the story to life, making it a must-read for fans of historical fiction, mystery, and adventure.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.