Publisher's Synopsis
The Yellow Fiend is a novel written by Mrs. Alexander and published in 1901. The story is set in London and revolves around the murder of a wealthy businessman named Mr. Leopold. The main suspect is a Chinese man named Ah Sing, who is known as the ""Yellow Fiend"" due to his race and reputation as a criminal.The novel follows the investigation led by Detective Inspector Venn, who is determined to catch the culprit and bring justice to Mr. Leopold's family. Along the way, Venn encounters a variety of characters, including Leopold's business partners, his estranged wife, and a group of Chinese immigrants who may have information about Ah Sing's whereabouts.As the investigation progresses, Venn begins to suspect that there may be more to the case than meets the eye. He uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal that leads him to question the motives of everyone involved, including his own colleagues in the police force.The Yellow Fiend is a gripping mystery novel that explores themes of racism, cultural differences, and the nature of justice. It is a fascinating glimpse into the social and political climate of turn-of-the-century London, as well as a thrilling whodunit that will keep readers guessing 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.
