KELMAN FROST - The Riddle of the Caid's Jewels

London England, Abelard-Schuman, 1969. First Edition, Binding: Cloth, Good/Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall Hardback Flying low over the desert, on the last leg of their journey from school in England, Ron Drake and Lee Braden look eagerly ahead to their visit to Taiba. Travelling with them to their oasis town are Hamed Kubar, their Arab friend, and his uncle, Ali Said. But before they reach their destination, exciting adventure lies in store for the three boys. Who would have thought they would be stranded in the middle of the Sahara while the pilot made off with a trio of Arab strangers? And what was in the black case Ali Said had chained to his wrist, and that he had guarded so carefully throughout the journey? Could it be the Caid's jewels? The suspense grows as the boys attempt to track down one of the Arabs - and almost succeed. Before the riddle is finally solved, they live in an Arab home, ride full-blooded stallions and experience various facets of life in the desert. With its authentic Algerian setting, the fast-moving adventure story will intrigue readers, as they follow the two boys on their stirring exploits. Some browning to end pages. The number 35 written in pen to inside back cover. Some wear and tear to D/J. Price clipped. But a good copy.