The Shadow (1911)

The Shadow is a novel written by British author Harold Begbie and first published in 1911. The story follows the life of a man named John Bodman, who is haunted by his past and the secrets he keeps. Bodman is a successful businessman and respected member of society, but his past is filled with shame and regret. He is haunted by the memory of a young woman he wronged in his youth, and the guilt of his actions has never left him.As the story progresses, Bodman's past begins to catch up with him. He is blackmailed by a former acquaintance who threatens to reveal his secrets to the world. Desperate to protect his reputation and his family, Bodman turns to a dangerous criminal organization known as ""The Shadow"" for help.The book explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the consequences of one's actions. It also offers a glimpse into the criminal underworld of early 20th century London. The Shadow is a gripping and suspenseful novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.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.