
King of the Khyber Rifles
Published in 1916, 'King of the Khyber Rifles' by Talbot Mundy follows Athelstan King, a British Secret Agent in India during World War I. Disguised as a member of the Khyber Rifles, he is tasked with preventing a potential holy war, a challenge he likens to stopping the wind. The narrative explores themes of trust and deception as King collaborates with the enigmatic Yasmini, raising questions about loyalty and betrayal in a complex political landscape.








