The Secret Play (1915)

The Secret Play is a novel written by Ralph Henry Barbour and first published in 1915. The story revolves around a group of college students who are members of a secret society known as The Order of the Black Diamond. The society is dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge and the solving of mysteries, and its members are sworn to secrecy about their activities. The main character of the novel is Dick Mercer, a member of the Order who becomes embroiled in a dangerous game of espionage and intrigue when he is recruited by a mysterious woman to steal a valuable document from a rival society. As Dick delves deeper into the world of espionage, he discovers that the stakes are higher than he ever imagined, and that the fate of his beloved college may be at risk. The Secret Play is a thrilling adventure story that combines elements of mystery, romance, and espionage. It is a classic example of early 20th century American literature, and is sure to captivate readers with its vivid characters, intricate plot, and fast-paced action.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.