Books published by publisher Pearl Necklace Books

• This edition binds together two classic novels from horror writer Richard Marsh: The Beetle: A Mystery & A Master of DeceptionThe Beetle: A Mystery (1897). A mysterious oriental person pursues a British politician to London, where he wreaks havoc with his powers of hypnosis and shape-shifting, in search of vengeance for the defilement of a sacred tomb in Egypt.Marsh's novel was published in the same period as Bram Stoker's Dracula and like many sensational novels of the time The Beetle is narrated from the perspectives of multiple characters.The novel uses numerous themes of the late 19th century, including unemployment and urban destitution, radical politics, homosexuality, science, and Britain's imperial engagements (in particular those in Egypt and the Sudan). A Master of Deception (1915)Mr. Elmore's uncle, much like his father, has committed suicide and he would like answers where none are to be found. The novel is part mystery, part romance, packed in a tightly written and witty style. "Perhaps," said Mr. Wilkes, replying to his unspoken question, "you had better go. You will commit yourself to nothing by going.""Whereas," observed Elmore, with his smiling glance fixed on the managing man, "you will commit yourself to a good deal by not going, because I shall not only put you out of this door, but into the street. So far as this office is concerned, that will be the end of you. I will take steps which will ensure your never entering it again."After another brief moment of hesitation, with a glance of what was very like reproach towards the lawyer, Andrews quitted the room, with the air of one who was both bewildered and hurt.

• Two books by British-American author Ernest Thompson Seton are bound together in this Kindle book: Wild Animals I Have Known (1898) & Animal HeroesWild Animals I Have Known (1898)Seton's short story collection was the first in the genre of realistic wild-animal fiction and it was a popular bestseller in the late 1800s. Lobo the King of Currumpaw" was based upon Seton's wolf hunting days in the southwestern United States. Seton was a trailblazer, followed by Jack London and other wildlife, action-adventure story tellers. Animal HeroesA hero is an individual of unusual gifts and achievements. This is true of man or of animals. This volume of stories is founded on the life of veritable animal heroes including the White Reindeer, written in Norway while Reindeer herds grazed on the near uplands. The Lynx is founded on the author's early experiences in the backwoods.About The AuthorBritish-born author Ernest Thompson Seton (1860 – 1946) was a wildlife artist, and author. He also helped found the Boy Scouts of America.

• Two of Lewis Carroll's books are in this Kindle eBook: Alice's Adventures In Wonderland (with original illustrations from Sir John Tenniel and Arthur Rackman) and Through the Looking-Glass and What Alice Found ThereAlice's Adventures in Wonderland (1865)When a White Rabbit with a pocket watch jogs past Alice in entranced -- so thrilled that she follows it down a rabbit hole into a strange new world of adventure. Alice drinks from a bottled labelled "Drink Me” and shrinks. A cake saying “Eat Me” makes her sprout so tall her head hits the ceiling. Alice meets many talking animals along the way including a mouse who swims in tears, a dodo, and a caterpillar. When she meets again with White Rabbit, who mistakes her for a maidservant, Alice is invited to a Mad Tea Party with the March Hare and the Hatter. Eventually Alice also meets the King and Queen, and attends a trial where the Knave of Hearts is accused of stealing the Queen's tarts. Alice is called as a witness and things go horribly wrong.Through the Looking-Glass, and What Alice Found There (1871) The sequel to Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland is based on his meeting with another Alice, Alice Raikes. Set some six months later than the earlier book, Alice again enters a fantastical world, this time by climbing through a mirror into the world that she can see beyond it. Though not quite as popular as Wonderland, Through the Looking-Glass includes such celebrated verses as "Jabberwocky" and "The Walrus and the Carpenter", and the episode involving Tweedledum and Tweedledee.About The AuthoCharles Lutwidge Dodgson (1832 – 1898) known by his pen name Lewis Carroll, was an English writer, mathematician, logician, Anglican deacon and photographer. His most famous writings are Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, its sequel Through the Looking-Glass, which includes the poem Jabberwocky, and the poem The Hunting of the Snark, all examples of the genre of literary nonsense. He is noted for his facility at word play, logic, and fantasy. There are societies in many parts of the world[3] dedicated to the enjoyment and promotion of his works and the investigation of his life.

• Three of British writer Edith Nesbitt’s most popular children’s books are bound together in this Kindle edition: The Enchanted Castle (1907), The Railway Children & The Story of the Treasure SeekersThe Enchanted Castle (1907)The enchanted castle is a country as seen through the eyes of three children. They find a maze in the rose garden and a sleeping fairy-tale princess.The Railway Children (1906)A family moves to "a house near the railway when their father is jailed and falsely accused of spying. The Story of the Treasure Seekers (1899)Four children try to help their widowed father recover the family's fortune.About The AuthorEnglish writer E. Nesbit (1858 –1924) published about 40 books for children including picture books.

• Two of American author Frank Gee Patchin’s action adventure books for boys are bound together in this Kindle edition: THE PONY RIDER BOYS IN NEW MEXICO and THE PONY RIDER BOYS IN THE GRAND CANYONTHE PONY RIDER BOYS IN NEW MEXICOThe lads come face the dangerous Saboba Indian tribe as they arrive in New Mexico.THE PONY RIDER BOYS IN THE GRAND CANYONThe boys embark on an adventure to Arizona but a rockfall means they are cut off from the trail and forced to fend for their lives. ABOUT THE AUTHORAmerican author Frank Gee Patchin ((1861-1925)) authored more than 200 books, many of them adventure stories for boys, and he is sometimes compared to James Fenimore Cooper.

• Two of British author Hugh Lofting's Dr. Dolittle books are bound together in this Kindle edition: The Story of Doctor Dolittle & the sequel The Voyages of Doctor DolittleThe Story of Doctor Dolittle (1920)Dr John Dolittle is living with his sister and his animals in a small English town. When his parrot Polly teaches him the secret of speaking to animals he takes up veterinary practice.The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle (1922)Doctor Dolittle meets Tommy Stubbins, who becomes his new assistant. Tommy too learns to speak animal languages and helps the Doctor's find the great naturalist Long Arrow,.About The AuthorEnglish author Hugh John Lofting (1886 – 1947) trained as a civil engineer and fought in World War I. His letters to his children became the foundation of Doctor Dolittle.

• Two of American author Frank Gee Patchin’s action adventure books for boys are bound together in this Kindle edition: THE PONY RIDER BOYS WITH THE TEXAS RANGERS and THE PONY RIDER BOYS IN THE ROCKIES THE PONY RIDER BOYS WITH THE TEXAS RANGERS (1920)Another Wild West adventure for the lads, this time in Texas.THE PONY RIDER BOYS IN THE ROCKIES (1910)This is the book that started the series, included for fans who want to know how the four boys formed their horse-back riding club. Their first adventure is a camping trip to the Rocky Mountains.ABOUT THE AUTHORAmerican author Frank Gee Patchin ((1861-1925) wrote over 200 books, many of which were action adventure tales for boys. His series include The Battleship Boys, The Range and Grange Hustlers and The Pony Rider Boys.

• Two short story collections by American author O. Henry are bound together in this Kindle book: Whirligigs & Cabbages and KingsWhirligigs (1910)One of O. Henry's best collections of short stories, 24 in all including Calloway's Code" and "Tommy's Burglar". Calloway's Code involves a reporter during the Russo-Japanese War who tries to get a story by the Japanese censors by using a code. Tommy's Burglar is involves a boy who confronts a burglar as he ransacks the poor family's home. Cabbages and Kings (1904)A collection of interlinked stories set in a fictitious Central American country called the Republic of Anchuria. The plot contains the elements in the poem: shoes and ships and sealing wax, cabbages and kings.About The AuthorAmerican writer William Sydney Porter (September (1862 – 1910) wrote under the pen name O. Henry and is best known for his witty tales including The Gift of the Magi. Other books by the same author: Roads of Destiny (1909)Three roads. Three different results. Those who have regretted a decision and wondered whether they should have taken a different path will appreciate O. Henry's classic book Roads of Destiny. The story is part of a collection of 22 short works.

• Two of American western author Harrison Adams’ Young Wilderness Series Books first published in 1912 are bound together in this Kindle edition: The Pioneer Boys of the Great Lakes (or On the Trail of the Iroquois) & The Pioneer Boys of the Missouri ( or In the Country of the Sioux)The Pioneer Boys of the Great Lakes (or On the Trail of the Iroquois)Two boys, Bob and Sandy, get mixed up in daring deeds in the frontier along with an Irish trapper, and Blue Jacket, a young Shawanee warrior.The Pioneer Boys of the Missouri, or In the Country of the SiouxDick and Roger travel the dangerous course of the great Missouri River from its mouth to the Rocky Mountains. This is the third volume in The Young Pioneer Series.About The AuthorSt. George Henry Rathborne (1854 - 1938) wrote under the pen name Harrison Adams, and is generally remembered for his adventure books for boys. He was born in Kentucky and died in New Jersey.

• Two of American mystery writer Carolyn Wells books are bound together in this Kindle book: The Man Who Fell Through The Earth & The Diamond PinThe Man Who Fell Through The Earth A Madison Avenue lawyer hears gunshots coming from a nearby office but he cannot find either a body nor the assailant. Can it possibly involve the mysterious woman who visited earlier? Meanwhile a man with amnesia is pulled from the river. The only thing he can recall is falling through the earth.The Diamond PinAmerican detective Fleming Stone displays his remarkable genius for solving riddles.About The Author American author Carolyn Wells (1862 –1942) was born in New Jersey. and worked as a librarian before she published her first book, At the Sign of the Sphinx, in 1896.