"The Amateur Cracksman" by E. W. Hornung is a series of tales that centers on the charismatic A.J. Raffles, a thief whose charm hides his cleverness, and his companion Bunny Manders, who gets caught up in Raffles's criminal lifestyle. The narrative explores ideas about right and wrong within the world of crime, the bonds of friendship, and the two-sided nature of Raffles—a cool rogue who is also strangely appealing. Beginning with a heated scene between Bunny and Raffles, where Bunny, having lost his money gambling, turns to his former schoolmate for help, their interaction quickly establishes a changing dynamic. Bunny's desperation leads him to consider ending his life, which causes Raffles to consider helping him, and this conversation unveils Raffles's reasons, and their teamwork in criminal acts.
The Amateur Cracksman
By E. W. (Ernest William) Hornung
In the late 19th century, a charming gentleman thief and his loyal friend risk everything as they navigate the treacherous world of crime.
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About the AuthorErnest William Hornung was an English author and poet known for writing the A. J. Raffles series of stories about a gentleman thief in late 19th-century London. Hornung was educated at Uppingham School; as a result of poor health he left the school in December 1883 to travel to Sydney, where he stayed for two years. He drew on his Australian experiences as a background when he began writing, initially short stories and later novels.
Ernest William Hornung was an English author and poet known for writing the A. J. Raffles series of stories about a gentleman thief in late 19th-century London. Hornung was educated at Uppingham School; as a result of poor health he left the school in December 1883 to travel to Sydney, where he stayed for two years. He drew on his Australian experiences as a background when he began writing, initially short stories and later novels.
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