The Council of Justice: Book Guide, Author and Facts
The Council of Justice by Edgar Wallace: plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.
The Red Hundred, an anarchist organization led by a woman of unmatched oratorical skill known as the Woman of Gratz, has set its sight on the destruction of several British institutions. The Four Just Men, a band of wealthy gentlemen notorious for punishing those unreachable by conventional justice, appear to be the only group capable of opposing them.
After thwarting The Red Hundred’s plans by successfully assassinating their prominent ringleaders, Manfred, a member of the Four Just Men, is betrayed, captured, and sentenced to death. As the date of Manfred’s execution draws near, his mood remains curiously upbeat. Does he know something the authorities don’t?
This book was published in 1908, a low point in Edgar Wallace’s career. Finding h
Quick facts about The Council of Justice
- Title: The Council of Justice
- Author: Edgar Wallace
- First published: 1920
- Genre: fiction in english, fiction, mystery & detective, general, detective and mystery stories, english
- OpenLibrary ID: OL1518049W
Where to read The Council of Justice
The Council of Justice by Edgar Wallace is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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What is The Council of Justice about?
<p>The Red Hundred, an anarchist organization led by a woman of unmatched oratorical skill known as the Woman of Gratz, has set its sight on the destruction of several British institutions.
Who wrote The Council of Justice?
The Council of Justice was written by Edgar Wallace.
When was The Council of Justice published?
The Council of Justice was first published in 1920.
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