The Zeppelin's Passenger (1918)

The Zeppelin's Passenger is a novel written by Edward Phillips Oppenheim and published in 1918. The story is set during World War I and follows the adventures of a British spy named Richard Cleugh as he attempts to stop a German plot to bomb London with a Zeppelin airship. The novel begins with Cleugh boarding a Zeppelin as a passenger, hoping to gather intelligence on the German plans. He meets a beautiful American woman named Miss Van Tuyn, who is also on board. As the journey progresses, Cleugh becomes increasingly suspicious of his fellow passengers and crew members, and he must use all his skills to uncover the plot and prevent the attack on London.Along the way, Cleugh encounters a cast of colorful characters, including a German officer, a Russian princess, and a British journalist. He also faces danger and intrigue as he tries to outwit the German spies and protect his country.The Zeppelin's Passenger is a thrilling adventure story that captures the excitement and danger of the early days of aviation. It is a classic example of the spy thriller genre and is sure to keep readers on the edge of their seats.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.