A young woman with a taste for adventure, a seaside village full of secrets, and a plot that grows more absurd with every turn—'Priscilla's Spies' is George A. Birmingham at his most charming. When Priscilla decides to play detective, she uncovers a tangle of mistaken identities, bumbling conspirators, and romantic missteps that will keep you smiling to the last page. This complete, unabridged edition brings back the full original text exactly as it first appeared, accompanied by a new introduction that places the novel in its historical and literary context, along with helpful reader's notes. Whether you're discovering Birmingham for the first time or returning to an old favorite, this edition is a delightful window into the wit of an Edwardian master. Part of The Founding Texts Library.