Romance of the Golden Star (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169761155)

Romance of the Golden Star is a novel written by George Griffith. The book is set in the late 19th century and follows the story of the protagonist, a young man named Paul Vallon, who is on a quest to find the legendary Golden Star. The Golden Star is a rare and valuable gem that is said to possess magical powers and bring good fortune to its owner.Paul Vallon is a Frenchman who has been living in London for several years. He is a skilled engineer and inventor who has been working on a secret project that he hopes will change the world. However, his plans are interrupted when he receives a mysterious letter from an old friend who is dying. The letter contains a map that leads to the location of the Golden Star.Paul sets out on a journey to find the Golden Star, but he soon discovers that he is not the only one searching for it. He encounters a group of ruthless treasure hunters who will stop at nothing to get their hands on the gem. Along the way, Paul meets a beautiful young woman named Ethel, who becomes his companion and ally in his quest.As they travel through exotic locations and face dangerous obstacles, Paul and Ethel grow closer and begin to fall in love. However, their relationship is threatened by the treacherous scheming of the treasure hunters and the powerful forces that seek to control the Golden Star.Romance of the Golden Star is a thrilling adventure novel that combines elements of romance, mystery, and action. It takes readers on a journey through exotic locations and introduces them to a cast of memorable characters. The book is a classic example of the adventure genre and is sure to captivate readers with its fast-paced plot and exciting twists and turns.1897. The 360-year-old mummy of Vilcaroya, an Inca prince, is brought to life by two English scientists, Dr. Laurens Djama and Prof. Martin Lamson. Vilcaroya leads the scientists to hidden underground treasure chambers of the Inca in Peru. If the scientists will use their powers to revive his sister-bride, Golden Star, Vilcaroya promises to give them a vast amount of the treasure. This is a tale of love and conquest. Illustrated.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: George Griffith
ISBN-10: 1169761151
ISBN-13: 9781169761155
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 304
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.18lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.69d