The Ides Of March : Kessinger Publishing : 9781419167027 : 1419167022 : 17 Jun 2004 : The Ides of March is a novel written by E.W. Hornung, first published in 1898. It is a thriller and suspense novel that revolves around the life of a young man named A. J. Raffles, who is a gentleman thief. The story is set in London and follows Raffles and his accomplice, Bunny Manders, as they plan and execute a series of daring robberies.The novel is divided into eight chapters, each of which is a stand-alone story that follows Raffles and Bunny as they carry out a different heist. The book is written in the first person, with Bunny narrating the events of each chapter.The novel is known for its witty and charming writing style, and for its depiction of Raffles as a charismatic and charming rogue. The book also explores themes of morality and the consequences of crime, as Raffles struggles with his conscience and the risks of his criminal activities.Overall, The Ides of March is a classic novel of