Items related to Riddle of the Sands: A Record of Secret Service (Penguin...
Synopsis
Brimming with heart-stopping action, "The Riddle of the Sands" is one the earliest spy novels. This spell-binding story is set in the period before the start of the First World War. It narrates the story of two friends' adventure as they stumble upon Germany's plans to invade England. A gem of the thriller genre
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
From the Inside Flap
While on a sailing trip in the Baltic Sea, two young adventurers-turned-spies uncover a secret German plot to invade England. Written by Childers--who served in the Royal Navy during World War I--as a wake-up call to the British government to attend to its North Sea defenses, "The Riddle of the Sands accomplished that task and has been considered a classic of espionage literature ever since, praised as much for its nautical action as for its suspenseful spycraft.
From the Back Cover
“This is a book of great renown. . . . Its beautifully sustained atmosphere . . . adds poetry, and . . . real mystery.” —Ian Fleming
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for Riddle of the Sands: A Record of Secret Service (Penguin...
Stock Image
Riddle of the Sands: A Record of Secret Service (Penguin Popular Classics)
Seller: Bluff Books, Natchez, MS, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
PAPERBACK. Condition: Very Good. 0140621431 Text clean and unmarked. Light wear to covers. TSB-272. Seller Inventory # SKU1005645
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Riddle of the Sands: A Record of Secret Service (Penguin Popular Classics)
Seller: Half Price Books Inc., Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_435312518
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Riddle of the Sands
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. New Ed. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # 9726616-6
Quantity: 2 available
Stock Image
The Riddle of the Sands: A Record of Secret Service (Penguin Popular Classics)
Seller: AwesomeBooks, Wallingford, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The Riddle of the Sands: A Record of Secret Service (Penguin Popular Classics) This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Seller Inventory # 7719-9780140621433
Quantity: 5 available
Stock Image
Riddle of the Sands: A Record of Secret Service (Penguin Popular Classics)
Seller: Newsboy Books, Ontario, CA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
PAPERBACK. Condition: Very Good. 0140621431 Spine creases. No highlighting. No underlining. Pages are very good. Seller Inventory # 0140621431NOE
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Riddle of the Sands: A Record of Secret Service (Penguin Popular Classics)
Seller: Bahamut Media, Reading, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Seller Inventory # 6545-9780140621433
Quantity: 5 available
Stock Image
The Riddle of the Sands
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. New Ed. Ships from the UK. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Seller Inventory # 17317226-6
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Riddle of the Sands
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. New Ed. Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # GRP69964951
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Riddle of the Sands
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. New Ed. Ships from the UK. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # 9726616-6
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Riddle of the Sands: A Record of Secret Service (Penguin Popular Classics)
Seller: Belfast Mall Books, CARRICKFERGUS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Soft cover. Condition: Good. Seller Inventory # 006215
Quantity: 1 available