In "Raffles, A Gentleman-Thief: 27 Adventure Tales in One Volume," E. W. Hornung masterfully weaves a tapestry of crime and camaraderie through the lens of his charming anti-hero, A.J. Raffles. Set against the backdrop of Edwardian London, these stories embody a captivating blend of thrilling escapades and sharp wit, all rendered in Hornung's vivid and engaging prose. The collection transcends mer...