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Beau Geste
Hardcover
Mystery & ThrillerClassic FictionGeneral Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025415352
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 448
Weight: 1.76
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Beau Geste is a seminal masterpiece of adventure fiction that weaves a complex tapestry of mystery, courage, and fraternal devotion. When the priceless Blue Water sapphire vanishes from the home of Lady Brandon, the three Geste brothers-Michael, Digby, and John-each leave behind a confession and vanish into the night. Their paths lead them to the harsh and unforgiving landscape of North Africa, where they enlist in the legendary French Foreign Legion.
Set against the backdrop of sun-scorched desert outposts and the brutal discipline of military life, the narrative explores the bonds of loyalty that unite the brothers even as they face the perils of desert warfare and internal treachery. The novel is celebrated for its gripping portrayal of the Lost Legion and its expertly constructed plot, which begins with the haunting image of a desert fort manned only by corpses.
A true classic of its genre, Beau Geste remains a definitive tale of self-sacrifice and high adventure. Percival Christopher Wren's vivid descriptions and suspenseful storytelling have made this work a cornerstone of 20th-century literature, capturing the imagination of readers seeking a story of honor and heroism in the face of impossible odds.
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