The Invasion: Book II by William Le Queux continues the gripping narrative of espionage and military strategy introduced in the first book. Set in the early 20th century, the novel delves deeper into the invasion scenario with a focus on national security and political intrigue. As the story unfolds, secret agents play crucial roles in a suspenseful narrative that explores complex war strategies and tactical maneuvers. The book highlights the challenges of conflict resolution and international diplomacy amidst the tensions of an impending invasion. Le Queux’s depiction of propaganda and colonial power adds depth to the storyline, emphasizing the dramatic tension and action-packed sequences that define the series. With its engaging plot development and exploration of imperialism, The Invasion: Book II offers a compelling continuation of the story, capturing the essence of early 20th-century spy fiction and military thrillers.
Anglo-French journalist and author William Tufnell Le Queux was born on July 2, 1864, and died on October 13, 1927. He was also a diplomat (honorary consul for San Marino), a traveler (in Europe, the Balkans, and North Africa), a fan of flying (he presided over the first British air meeting at Doncaster in 1909), and a wireless pioneer who played music on his own station long before radio was widely available. However, he often exaggerated his own skills and accomplishments. The Great War in England in 1897 (1894), a fantasy about an invasion by France and Russia, and The Invasion of 1910 (1906), a fantasy about an invasion by Germany, are his best-known works. Le Queux was born in the city. The man who raised him was English, and his father was French. He went to school in Europe and learned art in Paris from Ignazio (or Ignace) Spiridon. As a young man, he walked across Europe and then made a living by writing for French newspapers. He moved back to London in the late 1880s and managed the magazines Gossip and Piccadilly. In 1891, he became a parliamentary reporter for The Globe. He stopped working as a reporter in 1893 to focus on writing and traveling.
