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Spirit Island (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

Author : Henry Toke Munn
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1473399726
Total Pages : 52 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (733 download)

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Book Synopsis Spirit Island (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) by : Henry Toke Munn

Download or read book Spirit Island (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) written by Henry Toke Munn and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2015-02-17 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This early work by Henry Toke Munn was originally published in 1922 and we are now republishing it as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'Spirit Island' is a short story of of Arctic explorers on the hunt for gold that get abandoned by their Eskimo guides when they travel too close to a mysterious spirit island. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

¿pyornis Island (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

Author : H. G. Wells
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1473399629
Total Pages : 30 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (733 download)

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Book Synopsis ¿pyornis Island (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) by : H. G. Wells

Download or read book ¿pyornis Island (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) written by H. G. Wells and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2015-02-17 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This early work by H. G. Wells was originally published in 1894 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. '¿pyornis Island' is a short story about a curious eggs from an unknown species. Herbert George Wells was born in Bromley, England in 1866. He apprenticed as a draper before becoming a pupil-teacher at Midhurst Grammar School in West Sussex. Some years later, Wells won a scholarship to the School of Science in London, where he developed a strong interest in biology and evolution, founding and editing the Science Schools Journal. However, he left before graduating to return to teaching, and began to focus increasingly on writing. It was in 1895 that Wells seriously established himself as a writer, with the publication of the now iconic novel, The Time Machine. Wells followed The Time Machine with the equally well-received War of the Worlds (1898), which proved highly popular in the USA. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

The Cave of Horror (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

Author : S. P. Meek
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1473399890
Total Pages : 48 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (733 download)

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Book Synopsis The Cave of Horror (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) by : S. P. Meek

Download or read book The Cave of Horror (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) written by S. P. Meek and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2015-02-16 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This early work by S. P. Meek was originally published in 1930 and we are now republishing it as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'The Cave of Horror' is a short story about an unseen creature lurking in Mammoth Cave. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

From the Darkness and the Depths (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

Author : Morgan Robertson
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1473399793
Total Pages : 48 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (733 download)

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Book Synopsis From the Darkness and the Depths (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) by : Morgan Robertson

Download or read book From the Darkness and the Depths (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) written by Morgan Robertson and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2015-02-16 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This early work by Morgan Robertson was originally published in 1913 and we are now republishing it as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'From the Darkness and the Depths' is a short story about a aged former seaman who tells the tale of his last voyage near the eruption of Krakatoa and the unseen creature that terrorised the ship. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

The Paradise of the Ice Wilderness (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

Author : Jul. Regis
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1473399785
Total Pages : 24 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (733 download)

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Book Synopsis The Paradise of the Ice Wilderness (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) by : Jul. Regis

Download or read book The Paradise of the Ice Wilderness (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) written by Jul. Regis and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2015-02-16 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This early work by Jul. Regis was originally published in 1927 and we are now republishing it as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'The Paradise of the Ice Wilderness' is a short story about a group of friends in a village inn that ask a sea captain for a tale and he obliges. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

The Gray Cat (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

Author : Barry Pain
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1473399394
Total Pages : 30 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (733 download)

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Book Synopsis The Gray Cat (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) by : Barry Pain

Download or read book The Gray Cat (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) written by Barry Pain and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2015-02-17 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This early work by Barry Pain was originally published in 1901 and we are now republishing it as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'The Gray Cat' is a short story about a cat, a little statue, and a mysterious death. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

Cryptofiction - A Collection of Fantastical Short Stories of Sea Monsters, Dangerous Insects, and Other Mysterious Creatures

Author : Various Authors
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1473370000
Total Pages : 860 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (733 download)

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Book Synopsis Cryptofiction - A Collection of Fantastical Short Stories of Sea Monsters, Dangerous Insects, and Other Mysterious Creatures by : Various Authors

Download or read book Cryptofiction - A Collection of Fantastical Short Stories of Sea Monsters, Dangerous Insects, and Other Mysterious Creatures written by Various Authors and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2015-02-16 with total page 860 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: These early works by various authors were originally published in the late 19th century and early 20th century and we are now republishing them with a brand new introduction as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'Cryptofiction - Volume II.' contains a collection of short stories that include 'The Messenger' by Robert W. Chambers, 'The Brazilian Cat' by Arhur Conan Doyle, 'A Relic of the Pliocene' by Jack London, and many other classic tales of strange creatures. The genre of cryptofiction has grown up in the shadow of its older brothers, science fiction and fantasy, and specialises in the concept of mysterious creatures such as sea monsters, wolf-men, and lost pre-historic creatures. Cryptofiction takes its name from another, non-literary practice: cryptozoology. This is generally regarded as a pseudoscience by mainstream scientists, relying as it does upon anecdotal, often unverifiable evidence. However, it still boasts many enthusiasts, and continues to exert considerable artistic allure. Cryptofiction is here to stay, and the stories in this collection map the development of a genre which is as strange as it is fascinating. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

From an Amber Block (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

Author : Tom Curry
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1473399963
Total Pages : 44 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (733 download)

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Download or read book From an Amber Block (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) written by Tom Curry and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2015-02-16 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This early work by Tom Curry was originally published in 1930 and we are now republishing it as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'From an Amber Block' is a short story about an amber block that conceals a ravenous creature. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

Manmat'ha (Cryproficction Classic)

Author : Charles De Kay
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1473399424
Total Pages : 36 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (733 download)

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Book Synopsis Manmat'ha (Cryproficction Classic) by : Charles De Kay

Download or read book Manmat'ha (Cryproficction Classic) written by Charles De Kay and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2015-02-16 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This early work by Charles De Kay was originally published in 1876 and we are now republishing it as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'Manmat'ha' is a short story about a the discovery of strange beings not known to exist. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

Out of the Dreadful Depths (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

Author : C. D. Willard
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1473399416
Total Pages : 60 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (733 download)

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Book Synopsis Out of the Dreadful Depths (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) by : C. D. Willard

Download or read book Out of the Dreadful Depths (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) written by C. D. Willard and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2015-02-17 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This early work by C. D. Willard was originally published in 1930 and we are now republishing it as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'Out of the Dreadful Depths' is a short story about a man called Robert Thorpe who goes to investigate a nameless horror that is sucking all the life out of ships in the South Pacific. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

The Shame of Gold (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

Author : Charles J. Finger
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1473399440
Total Pages : 32 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (733 download)

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Download or read book The Shame of Gold (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) written by Charles J. Finger and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2015-02-16 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This early work by Charles J. Finger was originally published in 1922 and we are now republishing it as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'The Shame of Gold' is a short story about the dangers of searching the globe for treasure. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

The Great White Moth (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

Author : Fred M. White
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1473399572
Total Pages : 32 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (733 download)

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Download or read book The Great White Moth (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) written by Fred M. White and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2015-02-16 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This early work by Fred M. White was originally published in 1904 and we are now republishing it as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'The Great White Moth' is a short story about an expedition into the deep jungle of Central Africa on the hunt for and unusual creature. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

The Terror of the Sea Caves (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

Author : Charles G. D. Roberts
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1473399432
Total Pages : 44 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (733 download)

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Download or read book The Terror of the Sea Caves (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) written by Charles G. D. Roberts and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2015-02-16 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This early work by Charles G. D. Roberts was originally published in 1907 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'The Terror of the Sea Caves' is a horror short story about a search for priceless lost pearls. Charles G. D. Roberts was born on 10th January 1860, in Douglas, New Brunswick, Canada. Roberts's most successful literary genre was that of the animal story which featured in works such as 'Earth's Enigmas' (1896) and 'Eyes of the Wilderness' (1933). He also wrote romance novels and several non-fiction works on Canada. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

Hunting of the Soko (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

Author : Phil Robinson
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1473399807
Total Pages : 40 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (733 download)

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Download or read book Hunting of the Soko (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) written by Phil Robinson and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2015-02-16 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This early work by Phil Robinson was originally published in 1881 and we are now republishing it as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'Hunting of the Soko' is a short story about an expedition from Zanzibar that encounters a curious forgotten race. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

The Other Side: A Breton Legend (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

Author : Eric Stanislaus Stenbock
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 147339953X
Total Pages : 32 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (733 download)

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Book Synopsis The Other Side: A Breton Legend (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) by : Eric Stanislaus Stenbock

Download or read book The Other Side: A Breton Legend (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) written by Eric Stanislaus Stenbock and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2015-02-16 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This early work by Eric Stanislaus Stenbock was originally published in 1893 and we are now republishing it as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'The Other Side: A Breton Legend' is a short story in the werewolf genre. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

The Phantom Farmhouse (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

Author : Seabury Quinn
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1473399939
Total Pages : 52 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (733 download)

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Download or read book The Phantom Farmhouse (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) written by Seabury Quinn and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2015-02-16 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This early work by Seabury Quinn was originally published in 1923 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'The Phantom Farmhouse' is a short story containing a lycanthropic mystery. Seabury Grandin Quinn was born in Washington D.C. in 1889. In 1910, he graduated from law school, and was admitted to the District of Columbia Bar. Quinn’s stories were incredibly popular, and between the twenties and fifties he appeared in 'Weird Tales' magazine more times than both Robert E. Howard and H. P. Lovecraft. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

No-Man's-Land (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

Author : John Buchan
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1473399750
Total Pages : 96 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (733 download)

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Book Synopsis No-Man's-Land (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) by : John Buchan

Download or read book No-Man's-Land (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) written by John Buchan and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2015-02-16 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This early work by John Buchan was originally published in 1899 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'No-Man's-Land' is a short story about a student on a fishing and walking trip who stumbles upon a lost tribe of picts. John Buchan, first Baron Tweedsmuir of Elsfield, was born in Perth, Scotland in 1875. Over the course of his life, Buchan would eventually publish some one hundred books, forty or so of which were novels, mostly wartime thrillers. In the latter part of his life he worked in politics, serving as Conservative MP for the Scottish universities and Lord High Commissioner of the Church of Scotland (1933-34). The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.