Thrilling detective novel taking place in the Engadine Express from Calais to Lucerne. A mysterious woman, followed by two detectives, shows up at the last minute to book a compartment for her servant, an infant and herself. What is her secret? Originally published in 1906.

Forty-four battles of the Napoleonic era in words and pictures
Napoleon was one of the most significant figures in world history; a military and administrative genius, statesman and despot, he set Europe ablaze and his influence around the globe resounds to this day. While there is no real glory in warfare, the Napoleonic period, with its marching Imperial armies, plumes bobbing above casques and shakos, and martial figures in uniforms glinting with steel, brass or bronze, is an irresistibly romantic time that fascinates both serious students and casual readers. Great battles were fought...

Thrilling detective novel taking place in the Engadine Express from Calais to Lucerne. A mysterious woman, followed by two detectives, shows up at the last minute to book a compartment for her servant, an infant and herself. What is her secret? Originally published in 1906.

A mysterious murder on an express train, a woman entangled in a net of circumstantial evidence and an Englishman rushing to her aid, a devious Italian, and the police force off track.