The Golden Scorpion & The Yellow Claw
Enriched edition.By Sax Rohmer
Length19h 13m
About this audiobook
Sax Rohmer's 'The Golden Scorpion & The Yellow Claw' is a captivating novel that delves into the depths of mystery and intrigue set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Europe. The literary style of Rohmer is characterized by fast-paced action, vivid descriptions, and intricate plot twists that keep readers on the edge of their seats. The exotic and mysterious settings add to the suspenseful atmosphere, making this book a thrilling page-turner for fans of adventure and detective fiction. The Golden Scorpion & The Yellow Claw stand out for their engaging narrative and unique storytelling techniques that have solidified Rohmer as a master of the genre. The books offer a glimpse into the cultural and social dynamics of the time, while also exploring themes of power, greed, and deception with a touch of exoticism. Readers will be drawn in by the compelling characters and riveting plotlines that unfold in these captivating tales of espionage and danger.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
GenreMystery and Thriller
Length19 hrs 13 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 21, 2018
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Dr. Fu Manchu Trilogy
26XXI THE STUDIO IN SOHO
2Introduction
27XXII M. MAX MOUNTS CAGLIOSTRO'S STAIRCASE
3Historical Context
28XXIII RAID IN THE RUE ST. CLAUDE
4Synopsis (Selection)
29XXIV OPIUM
5The Yellow Claw
30XXV FATE'S SHUTTLECOCK
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6I THE LADY OF THE CIVET FURS
31XXVI “OUR LADY OF THE POPPIES”
7II MIDNIGHT AND MR. KING
32XXVII GROVE OF A MILLION APES
8III INSPECTOR DUNBAR TAKES CHARGE
33XXVIII THE OPIUM AGENT
9IV A WINDOW IS OPENED
34XXIX M. MAX OF LONDON AND M. MAX OF PARIS
10V DOCTORS DIFFER
35XXX MAHARA
11VI AT SCOTLAND YARD
36XXXI MUSK AND ROSES
12VII THE MAN IN THE LIMOUSINE
37XXXII BLUE BLINDS
13VIII CABMAN TWO
38XXXIII LOGIC VS. INTUITION
14IX THE MAN IN BLACK
39XXXIV M. MAX REPORTS PROGRESS
15X THE GREAT UNDERSTANDING
40XXXV TRACKER TRACKED
16XI PRESENTING M. GASTON MAX
41XXXVI IN DUNBAR'S ROOM
17XII MR. GIANAPOLIS
42XXXVII THE WHISTLE
18XIII THE DRAFT ON PARIS
43XXXVIII THE SECRET TRAPS
19XIV EAST 18642
44XXXIX THE LABYRINTH
20XV CAVE OF THE GOLDEN DRAGON
45XL DAWN AT THE NORE
21XVI HO-PIN'S CATACOMBS
46XLI WESTMINSTER — MIDNIGHT
22XVII KAN-SUH CONCESSIONS
47Part I THE COWLED MAN
23XVIII THE WORLD ABOVE
48CHAPTER I THE SHADOW OF A COWL
24XIX THE LIVING DEAD
49CHAPTER II THE PIBROCH OF THE M'GREGORS
25XX ABRAHAM LEVINSKY BUTTS IN
50CHAPTER III THE SCORPION'S TAIL
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