Lord of the Jackals

Sax Rohmer, born Arthur Henry Sarsfield in 1883, began as a civil servant before transitioning to writing, producing poetry, songs, and comedy sketches. He gained fame with his Fu Manchu series, published between 1913 and 1959, which garnered both commercial success and criticism for its portrayal of ethnic stereotypes. Rohmer's career extended to supernatural horror and notable characters like the magician Bazarada, inspired by his friendship with Harry Houdini. He faced financial challenges despite his literary achievements, ultimately passing away in 1959.