Dope

Sax Rohmer

Oct 2024 · Namaskar Books

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Step into the intriguing world of crime and obsession with Sax Rohmer's captivating novel, "Dope." This thrilling tale weaves a narrative of addiction, deception, and the dark underbelly of society, pulling you into a web of mystery and intrigue.

As the story unfolds, you'll encounter a cast of unforgettable characters entangled in a dangerous game of power and control. Rohmer's masterful storytelling will have you questioning the fine line between sanity and madness.

But here's a provocative thought: What if the most dangerous addiction isn't to a substance, but to the thrill of the chase? This question will resonate throughout the pages, inviting you to delve deeper into the psychological aspects of the characters' struggles.

Experience a gripping narrative that combines suspense with profound insights into human behavior. Rohmer's vivid descriptions and intricate plotting will keep you on the edge of your seat, eager to uncover the truth behind the addictive allure of the underworld.

Are you prepared to unravel the mysteries and confront the shadows lurking within "Dope"?

This book is more than just a thrilling read; it’s a thought-provoking exploration of the human condition and the lengths one will go to satisfy their desires. With each twist and turn, you'll be captivated by the unfolding drama.

Don’t miss the chance to immerse yourself in a world where obsession reigns supreme. Will you dare to explore the depths of addiction?

Grab your copy of "Dope" today, and embark on a thrilling journey into the heart of darkness!

About the author

Sax Rohmer was born in Birmingham, Warwickshire. At the age of 18, he adopted the name Sarsfield, the name of a famous Irish general admired by Rohmer's mother. He married Rose Elizabeth Knox in 1909 and, at his wife's insistence, began using the name Sax Rohmer for his fiction, eventually employing the pseudonym as his actual name. Rohmer was basically a self-taught scholar. He started writing as a journalist; his beat was the Limehouse underworld in London. Rohmer had a difficult time breaking into the professional fiction markets, but once he did, he became a household name for exotic adventure both in England and in America. Although his writing brought Rohmer success and money, he was never much of a businessman, and most of his wealth was squandered because of his extravagance and through financial mismanagement. Rohmer eventually moved to New York City. One of Rohmer's great intellectual interests was the occult and supernatural, and these elements frequently appeared as motifs in his fiction. His most famous creation was the evil oriental mastermind, Dr. Fu Manchu, first presented in the novel The Mystery of Fu Manchu in 1913 (later retitled The Insidious Dr. Fu Manchu for its American publication, also in 1913). Most espionage or adventure fiction exploits the social paranoias of its time, and Rohmer himself effectively tapped the Westerner's fear of the stereotyped "yellow peril" threat---the negatively perceived belief that Orientals will conquer the world. The Fu Manchu adventures were patterned, in part, after Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes stories. Rohmer's protagonists in these adventures, Sir Denis Nayland Smith and his companion Dr. Petrie, look very much like Doyle's Holmes and Watson, but, whereas Doyle centered his narratives on the heroes and specifically on the elaborate process of detection, Rohmer focused his attention on the villain and on slam-bang action. Fu Manchu was a master of both Western science and Eastern mysticism, and his efforts at world domination caused no end of problems for Smith and Petrie. In Fu Manchu, Rohmer had created the most famous villain in popular fiction (although Rohmer maintained that Fu Manchu was based on an actual Limehouse criminal). Despite Rohmer's use of outrageous racial stereotyping, many of his novels hold up well today and provide superior examples of how to create narrative pacing and suspense.

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