Old Ugly-Face by Talbot Mundy (1940)

Name: Old Ugly-Face
Author: Talbot Mundy

The novel follows the adventures of a young Englishman, John St. John, who is sent to India to investigate the mysterious death of his father. He soon discovers that his father was involved in a secret society, and that his death was part of a larger conspiracy. John is aided in his quest by a mysterious old man, Ugly-Face, who is a master of disguise and a master of the occult. Ugly-Face helps John to uncover the truth about his father's death, and to unravel the secrets of the secret society. The novel is set in the early 20th century, and is a thrilling adventure story, full of mystery and intrigue. It is a classic of the adventure genre, and is still widely read today.

By Talbot Mundy · First published 1940 · Genre: Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery · 60 chapters · 206,565 words

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'Tis not too late to seek a newer world. --Alfred, Lord Tennyson: "Ulysses"

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Work type: Novel
Author: Talbot Mundy
Date: 1940 CE
Language: English
Genres: Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery, Romance
Length: 206,565 words
Structure: 64 chapters, 5,929 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Adventure Fiction — The book follows the adventures of a group of characters as they travel through India and encounter various obstacles and challenges.
Historical Fiction — The book is set in India during the early 20th century and includes references to historical events and figures.
Mystery — The book follows the characters as they attempt to solve a mystery and uncover the truth behind a series of strange events.
Romance — The book includes a romantic subplot between two of the main characters.