At a period earlier than the dawn of written history there lived somewhere among the great table-lands and plains of Central Asia a race known to us only by the uncertain name of Aryans. These Aryans were a fair-skinned and well-built people, long past the stage of aboriginal savagery, and possessed of a considerable degree of primitive culture...

When her stepfather dies, Lois Cayley finds herself alone in the world with only twopence in her pocket. Undaunted, the intelligent, attractive, and infinitely resourceful young woman decides to set off in search of adventure. Her travels take her from London to Germany, Italy, Egypt, and India, as she faces various challenges and meets an assortment of eccentric characters. But when her true love, Harold Tillington, finds himself accused of forging a will and faces prison, Miss Cayley wil...

This edition includes the following editor's introduction:Grant Allen, the life of one of the most versatile writers of English literatureOriginally published in 1897, "An African Millionaire" is a classic of crime and adventure by Canadian author Grant Allen. "An African Millionaire" is one of the first books to feature a gentleman crook and it is perfect for fans of books such as Arsene Lupin, Gentleman Thief.This classic in rogue fiction te...

Classic history of Anglo-Saxon Britain, first published in 1881. According to Wikipedia: "Charles Grant Blairfindie Allen (February 24, 1848 October 25, 1899) was a science writer, author and novelist, and a successful upholder of the theory of evolution."

Collection of humorous stories, featuring a female detective, first published in 1899. According to Wikipedia: "Charles Grant Blairfindie Allen (February 24, 1848 October 25, 1899) was a science writer, author and novelist, and a successful upholder of the theory of evolution."

Get started in creating marketable apps for the burgeoning Android market. Begin your journey by learning the essentials of programming for phones and tables that are built around Google's wildly-successful Android platform. Beginning Android, Fifth Edition is fresh with details on the latest iteration of the Android 5 and earlier versions.Google’s Android operating-system has taken the industry by storm, going from its humble beginnings as a smartphone op...

*** Original and Unabridged Content. Made available by GOLDEN CLASSIC PRESS***Synopsis:Grant Blairfindie Allen (February 24, 1848 - October 25, 1899) was a Canadian science writer and novelist, and a proponent of the theory of evolution. Biography: Early life and education: Allen was born near Kingston, Canada West (known as Ontario after Confederation), the second son of Catharine Ann Grant and the Rev. Joseph Antisell Allen, a Protestant minister from Dublin, Ireland. His ...

*** Original and Unabridged Content. Made available by GOLDEN CLASSIC PRESS***Synopsis:Charles Grant Blairfindie Allen was born on February 24th, 1848 at Alwington, near Kingston, Canada West (now part of Ontario). Home schooled until 13 when his family moved to England, Grant was to become a highly regarded science writer who branched out to a fiction career and became enormously popular. His work helped propel several genres of fiction and whilst his career was short it wa...

South African businessman Sir Charles Vandrift rose to the pinnacle of his field through his keen instincts and superb acumen -- but the roguish swindler Colonel Clay (Vandrift's longtime nemesis) is just smart enough to stay one step ahead. In this linked story cycle, the dashing Clay endeavors to relieve Vandrift of his money and property in a variety of amusing vignettes.

Blood Royal: A Novel follows the lives of a family from a once-prominent lineage in a small English town. The focus is on the struggles of a young man who, bound by his noble heritage, seeks to improve his circumstances. The narrative examines the conflict between personal ambition and the weight of societal expectations, with the protagonist's desire to achieve a better life clashing with the crumbling legacy of his family. Romance enters the story as a potential love interest emerges, co...

"Babylon Vol. I" by Grant Allen immerses readers in a charming narrative that unfolds in opposition to the backdrop of ancient Mesopotamia, delving into the mysteries of this ancient epoch. Grant Allen, a prolific and versatile author of the late 19th and early twentieth centuries, weaves a tale that combines historical element with ingenious storytelling. The novel probably explores the vibrant and complex society of Babylon, offering readers a glimpse into the lives of its inhabitants, t...

Step into the life and mind of one of history’s most revolutionary thinkers with Charles Darwin by Grant Allen. This audiobook offers listeners an engaging and insightful portrait of the man whose theory of evolution transformed our understanding of the natural world, revealing the curiosity, rigor, and perseverance that defined Darwin’s extraordinary journey.Allen presents Darwin not just as a scientist, but as a deeply thoughtful and determined individua...