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A wireless engineer detects a recurring, enigmatic signal each evening and, with the support of his scientist father and a surprise foreign visitor, investigates its source through technical experiments and careful direction-finding. The plot threads together episodes of mystery and danger—strange messages, cryptic physical clues, clandestine factories and sinister figures—while showcasing contemporary radio technology and detection methods. The narrative moves from laboratory sleuthing to tense confrontations and revelations at remote locations, as the investigator pieces together an organized scheme of sabotage and intrigue behind the repeated signal.

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William Le Queux

William Le Queux was a British author and journalist known for his prolific output in the early 20th century, particularly in the genres of adventure and espionage fiction. His works often reflect the anxieties of his time, especially regarding national security and foreign threats. Among his notable titles is "A Secret Service: Being Strange Tales of a Nihilist," which showcases his flair for thrilling narratives intertwined with political intrigue. Le Queux's writing is characterized by its vivid storytelling and a keen sense of the dramatic, making him a significant figure in the landscape of popular literature during his era.

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