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The Gold Idol

Fenton Ash

Publisher: Ktoczyta.pl

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Summary

Welcome to the „The Gold Idol” book, were we present to you one of the best work of remarkable author of „pulp fiction” Francis Henry „Frank” Atkins (1847-1927), who contributed widely to the pre-sf Pulp magazines, writing at least three Lost-World novels along with much else. Despite his commercial success at the time, little is known about Atkins’ personal life. His son was writer Frank Howard Atkins too.
Available since: 03/08/2022.
Print length: 24 pages.

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