THE MAN IN RATCATCHER AND OTHER STORIES (Paperback)

Sapper tales spanning various genres, including adventure, mystery, thriller, and espionage.
Crafted with McNeile's trademark flair for suspense and intrigue, at the heart of the collection lies 'The Man in Ratcatcher', a compelling tale that serves as the focal point for the anthology. Set against a backdrop of espionage and danger, this story follows a daring detective as he unravels a web of crime and deceit, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the final revelation.
From military adventures to intricate detective puzzles, each story in this collection offers a unique and enthralling experience for readers seeking thrills and suspense. This collection is a must-read for anyone craving pulse-pounding action and gripping storytelling.

Sapper was the pseudonym of Herman Cyril McNeile, whose father was Malcolm McNeile, a Captain in the Royal Navy and, who was at the time, governor of the naval prison at Bodmin, the town where Herman was born. McNeile was educated at Cheltenham College and the Royal Military Academy, Woolwich, and was commissioned into the Royal Engineers (the Sappers), in 1907. He went to France, in 1914, when World War I broke out. He saw action at both the First and the Second Battle of Ypres where he displayed considerable bravery, was awarded the Military Cross and was mentioned in dispatches.
His first known published work was a series of short war stories based on his own experiences, and published under the name "Sapper" in the Daily Mail and in the magazine The War Illustrated. These stories were immediately successful and later sold over 200,000 copies within a year when subsequently republished in book-form.
He began the series for which he now best remembered, that of Hugh ‘Bulldog’ Drummond, in 1920, and thereafter he wrote 10 novels featuring his eponymous hero. The public took to Drummond, and McNeile had great financial success. He died on 14 August 1937 at his home in Pulborough, West Sussex. His good friend and collaborator Gerard Fairlie, continued the Bulldog Drummond series, after McNeile’s death, with seven further books.