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Clouds Cover the Campus

Clouds Cover the Campus

By: Daniel A. Lord
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Set against the backdrop of an American college campus during the tumultuous early years of World War II, a shocking murder unfolds. A German professor lies dead, and the groundbreaking plans for his newly invented bomb sight have vanished. Who could be behind this heinous act, and what is the truth behind the series of alarming incidents plaguing the young student aviators? Are these merely accidents, or is there a deeper conspiracy at play? This gripping mystery novel, penned by Daniel A Lord, S.J., a renowned American Catholic writer, explores themes of intrigue and deception. Lords diverse bibliography includes works ranging from religion and humor to politics and mystery. Notably, he played a pivotal role in drafting the 1930 Production Code for motion pictures. (Introduction by Maria Therese)Copyright Culture and Heritage classics Spirituality
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