Parlous Times is a novel of modern diplomacy written by David Dwight Wells and originally published in 1901. The story follows the experiences of a young American diplomat named John Quincy Adams as he navigates the treacherous waters of international politics and espionage in Europe at the turn of the 20th century.Adams is sent to Paris to serve as a junior member of the American embassy, but quickly finds himself embroiled in a series of dangerous and complex situations. He becomes involved in a plot to overthrow the French government, uncovers a Russian spy ring operating in the heart of the embassy, and struggles to maintain his own integrity in a world where corruption and deceit are the norm.As the story unfolds, Adams must use all of his diplomatic skills and personal courage to navigate the shifting alliances and hidden agendas of the various powers at play. Along the way, he falls in love with a beautiful French woman named Marie, who becomes his partner in both romance and intrigue.Parlous Times is a gripping tale of international espionage and political intrigue, filled with vivid characters and suspenseful plot twists. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of diplomacy at the turn of the 20th century, and remains a classic of the genre to this day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.