
Sax Rohmer
10 SeriesSax Rohmer, the pen name of English author Arthur Henry Sarsfield Ward (1883-1959), is best known for his Fu Manchu series. Before becoming a novelist, Rohmer worked as a poet, songwriter, and comedy sketch writer for music hall performers.
Sax Rohmer's series follows the nefarious Dr. Fu-Manchu, a brilliant yet evil mastermind. In "The Mystery of Dr. Fu-Manchu," also known as "The Insidious Dr. Fu-Manchu," he is introduced as a formidable antagonist. "The Devil Doctor," or "The Return of Dr. Fu-Manchu," sees his menacing return. "The Si-Fan Mysteries," also titled "The Hand of Fu-Manchu," delves deeper into his criminal empire. "Fu Manchu's Bride," known as "The Bride of Fu Manchu," explores his personal life, while "Re-Enter Fu Manchu," or "Re-Enter Dr. Fu Manchu," marks another thrilling comeback.