ISBN: 9789377783969 - the sign of the snake (2 Ergebnisse)

Zustand: New.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A cobra emblem is warning enough: Steve Costigan has been marked for death. After intervening in an attempted killing, the first mate and prize fighter finds himself pitted against the secretive Yo Thans, whose reach extends through Canton's waterfront, crowded streets and concealed interiors. Fists have settled many disputes in Costigan's world, but organised conspiracy demands more than strength, nerve and a willingness to stand his ground. Costigan tells the story in his own blunt, colloquial sailor's voice, filling this maritime adventure with nautical slang, combative pride and an instinctive distrust of secrecy. His investigation into the society draws him into a contest shaped by intimidation, covert attacks and political intrigue, where reputation can offer protection yet also make retreat impossible. Extended boxing and brawling bring physical force to the crime mystery, while the recurring cobra sign keeps the threat visible even when its agents remain hidden. Alongside Costigan is Bill, an aggressive bulldog whose presence suits a sailor-boxer accustomed to meeting danger head-on. Yet courage and loyalty are tested against deception, fear and enemies who do not fight by familiar rules. The contrast between direct confrontation and concealed power gives this short story its distinctive tension, pressing against the limits of what one determined man can accomplish when violence is only one weapon among many. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure.…