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The Amateur Cracksman

E. W. Hornung

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E. W. Hornung’s seminal work introduces A.J. Raffles, a quintessential gentleman thief navigating the high society of Victorian England. This engaging narrative masterfully balances suspense with sophisticated social commentary.

The Amateur Cracksman serves as a foundational text in the genre of crime fiction, immortalizing the enigmatic burglar-hero, Raffles, and his loyal confidant, Bunny. Hornung’s prose captures the decadent atmosphere of the era, weaving intricate plots of deception that challenge the moral boundaries of the Victorian aristocracy.

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The book is for the use of anyone at no cost and with no rules. You may copy it or give it away. CHAPTER 1 It was half-past twelve when I went back to the Albany as a final plan. The place of my bad luck was the same as I left it. The gambling chips were still…

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E. W. Hornung

E. W. Hornung (1866–1921) was a prolific British novelist and short story writer, best remembered for creating the gentleman thief character A.J. Raffles. He was the brother-in-law of Arthur Conan Doyle and skillfully utilized his literary influence to refine the detective and crime fiction genres.