<p>In 'Old Ugly-Face,' Talbot Mundy crafts a gripping adventure novel that transcends the typical espionage thriller. Mundy's narrative is set against the evocative backdrop of the Himalayan kingdom, a locale that serves as more than a mere setting ? it is a catalyst for the protagonist's journey and a symbol of the geopolitical tensions of the early twentieth century. Mundy employs a masterful command of language and pacing to weave a tale of To...