Burton Egbert Stevenson
Burton Egbert Stevenson (1872–1962) was an American author, anthologist, and librarian. He was born in Chillicothe, Ohio on 9 November 1872, and attended Princeton University 1890–1893.
The Mystery of the Boule Cabinet: A Detective Story
The Mystery of the Boule Cabinet: A Detective Story follows the story of a detective named Godfrey who becomes embroiled in a mystery surrounding a unique cabinet made by M. Boule, with a legend that it may be the original of a work now in the Louvre which is known to have belonged to the Grand Louis. The story is a series of tragic events that are all connected to the cabinet, including the death of its original owner, Philip Vantine. As Godfrey delves deeper into the mystery, he encounters a cast of suspicious characters, including a man who claims to be Jacques Crochard, also known as "L'Invincible". The book is a cla
By Burton Egbert Stevenson
The Gloved Hand
A detective and his reporter friend stumble upon a web of secrets, a nightly supernatural light, and a family’s hidden turmoil when they investigate a strange estate.
By Burton Egbert Stevenson
At Odds with the Regent: A Story of the Cellamare Conspiracy
A young man seeking thrills in Paris gets more than he bargained for when a chance encounter pulls him into a dangerous plot against the regent.
By Burton Egbert Stevenson
American Men of Action
Discover the inspiring stories of influential Americans whose character and actions shaped a nation, proving that real-life journeys can be more compelling than fiction.
By Burton Egbert Stevenson
The Girl from Alsace A Romance of the Great War, Originally Published under the Title of Little Comrade
As Europe erupts in war, an American surgeon's life takes an unexpected turn when he meets a captivating Frenchwoman desperate to escape the conflict threatening to engulf them both.
By Burton Egbert Stevenson
That Affair at Elizabeth
A missing bride on her wedding day sparks a frantic search that unearths hidden secrets and a web of unexpected circumstances.
By Burton Egbert Stevenson
The Home Book of Verse — Volume 2
Experience a tapestry of emotions and eras as poets express the profound depths of love through enchanting and thought-provoking verses.
By Burton Egbert Stevenson
American Men of Mind
Discover the untold stories of the brilliant thinkers and artists whose ideas molded the soul of a nation.
By Burton Egbert Stevenson
The quest for the rose of Sharon
After her father's death, a young girl must solve an old family riddle to find a hidden treasure while living with a very unpleasant grandaunt.
By Burton Egbert Stevenson
Tommy Remington's Battle
Witness a young boy's courageous fight for knowledge in a coal-mining town, where dreams are fueled by hope and the power of education.
By Burton Egbert Stevenson
The Charm of Ireland
Experience early 20th-century Ireland through vivid descriptions of bustling city streets, encounters with locals, and reflections on its contrasting beauty and hardships.
By Burton Egbert Stevenson
The Home Book of Verse — Volume 4
Discover a timeless world of emotions and experiences through an assembly of verses that capture the essence of youth, affection, and the beauty that surrounds us.
By Burton Egbert Stevenson
The Young Train Master
A railroad man faces challenges at work and in his personal life as he quickly climbs the ladder to his dream job.
By Burton Egbert Stevenson
The Destroyer: A Tale of International Intrigue
When a French battleship explodes, a web of deceit unfolds, pulling in unsuspecting bystanders and revealing a dangerous international plot.
By Burton Egbert Stevenson
A Soldier of Virginia: A Tale of Colonel Washington and Braddock's Defeat
Amidst rising tensions between Virginia troops and British regulars, a young officer finds his courage tested as he navigates loyalty and pride with Colonel Washington as a mentor.
By Burton Egbert Stevenson
The Kingmakers
In a world of political games and royal aspirations, a journalist discovers that love and betrayal are powerful weapons in the fight to restore a fallen kingdom.
By Burton Egbert Stevenson
The Young Train Dispatcher
A young hero takes on a new job at a railroad, hoping to demonstrate his talent at train dispatching and protect everyone involved.
By Burton Egbert Stevenson
The Holladay case : $b a tale
When a Wall Street millionaire turns up dead, his daughter becomes the prime suspect, leaving one determined attorney to untangle a web of secrets and lies to prove her innocence.
By Burton Egbert Stevenson
Little comrade: a tale of the great war
Amidst rising tensions in pre-war Europe, an American surgeon finds himself caught between loyalty and love when he becomes entangled with a mysterious Frenchwoman seeking escape from the turmoil.
By Burton Egbert Stevenson
The path of honor: A tale of the war in the Bocage
In a land torn apart by revolution, a young man's simple journey transforms into a perilous quest where honor, duty, and love collide amidst political intrigue and war.
By Burton Egbert Stevenson