The Great War in England in 1897

Set against a backdrop of international conflict, the narrative unfolds as a secret Russian-French alliance invades England in 1897, swiftly conquering the nation. The story explores themes of resistance and desperation as the English populace seeks leadership amidst despair. A small resistance movement emerges, forging an unexpected alliance with Germany to reclaim their homeland. Le Queux's work, reflective of the anxieties of his time, foreshadows the realities of the First World War, making this novel a significant commentary on the era's geopolitical tensions.