The Great War in England in 1897

Set against the backdrop of a secret alliance, this novel depicts a chilling invasion of England by a Russian-French force in 1897. The story follows the rapid occupation of England, culminating in the fall of London, as the populace grapples with despair and seeks leadership to reclaim their nation. A resistance movement emerges, forming an unexpected alliance with Germany to combat the occupiers. Le Queux's work, although initially dismissed, foreshadows the realities of World War I, making it a significant commentary on the fears of his time.