This is Dornford Yates' first novel, although he was an established writer. The story is set in England and begins with Major Anthony Lyveden anxiously waiting for something. He constantly glances at his wrist, only to remember that his watch is being fitted with a new strap. Suddenly the Derby results are announced as available. Lyveden rushes to buy a paper
Only to find that he has just gambled away his last penny…..
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