James Morgan Walsh (1897-1952) was one of Australia's most prolific authors, noted for his mysteries and thrillers. THE LOST VALLEY (1921) is set in Victoria, Australia's Western District. Other books of note include The Man Behind the Curtain (1927) and The League of Missing Men (1927).
I came upon the place quite unexpectedly. Centuries of wind and wave had carved a little nook out of the foot of the cliff and fashioned it so cunningly that I did not see it until I was right on top of it. After the warmth of the open beach and the glare of the white road I had recently travelled its shade looked so inviting that I limped in under the overhang of the cliff and dropped joyfully on to the cool patch of sand. It was the first moment of contentment I had known for many weary months, and, needless to say, I set myself out to make the most of it. I was absolutely sick of tramping about. My left boot had burst and, by the feel of it, there wasn't too much left of my right sole. I had been crawling along the road since daylight-and for many days before for that matter-searching for a job that failed to materialise...
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This gripping novel delves into the enigmatic world of a man entangled in a web of danger, whose path collides with a lost and wounded stranger. As the stranger, Jimmy Carstairs, delves deeper into his new acquaintance's life, he uncovers a layer of mystery and intrigue. The author skillfully weaves together themes of survival, loyalty, and the lengths one man will go to protect those he cares for. Set against a backdrop of relentless pursuers and cryptic clues, this book explores the complexities of human nature and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Through its compelling narrative, this book offers a profound meditation on the transformative power of unexpected encounters and the unbreakable bonds formed in the most perilous of times. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330481035_0
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