Mrs. Raffles: Being the Adventures of an Amateur Crackswoman
Mrs. Raffles: Being the Adventures of an Amateur Crackswoman
British Literature, Humour, Novels
Written in the early 20th century, 'Mrs. Raffles: Being the Adventures of an Amateur Crackswoman' by John Kendrick Bangs follows Bunny, a former accomplice of the notorious burglar A.J. Raffles, as he navigates a series of misadventures with Henriette, the widow of his old friend. Facing financial difficulties after Raffles' death, Bunny is drawn into a world of socialites and heists, relying on his wit and charm. This novel serves as a humorous parody of the crime genre, reflecting the influence of E.W. Hornung's original Raffles stories.
