The Guns Of The Gods

The Guns of the Gods is a novel written by Talbot Mundy. The story is set in the early 20th century and revolves around the British Empire's efforts to expand its influence in the fictional country of Rukh, located in Central Asia. The protagonist of the story is a British officer named James Schuyler, who is sent to Rukh to train the local army and help the British establish control over the country.However, as Schuyler becomes more involved in the affairs of Rukh, he realizes that the British are not the only ones vying for power in the region. There are other forces at play, including a group of Russian revolutionaries who are seeking to overthrow the Tsar and establish a socialist state in Rukh. Schuyler must navigate these complex political and social dynamics while also dealing with his own personal demons.The Guns of the Gods is a thrilling adventure story that explores themes of imperialism, nationalism, and revolution. Mundy's vivid descriptions of the landscape and culture of Central Asia bring the story to life, while his nuanced portrayal of the characters adds depth and complexity to the narrative. Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction, adventure stories, or political thrillers.Yasmini left them, and walked alone to the very edge of the pond, where she stood still for several minutes, apparently gazing at her own reflection in the moonlit water--or perhaps listening. There was no sign of any one else, nor sound of footfall. Then, as if the reflection satisfied, or she had heard some whisper meant for her and none else, she began to dance, moving very slowly in the first few rhythmic steps, resembling a water-goddess, the clinging silk displaying her young outline as she bent and swayed.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.