The Diamond (1911)
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ISBN10: 1164201794
ISBN13: 9781164201793
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 478
Weight: 1.40
Height: 0.96 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781164201793
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 478
Weight: 1.40
Height: 0.96 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Diamond is a novel written by Wallis Richard Cattelle and published in 1911. The story is set in the late 19th century and revolves around the discovery of a large and valuable diamond in South Africa. The diamond is found by a group of miners who are working for a wealthy businessman named John Markham. Markham is determined to obtain the diamond at any cost, and he hires a group of ruthless mercenaries to help him achieve his goal. The novel follows the exploits of several characters, including Markham, the miners who found the diamond, and a young woman named Muriel who becomes embroiled in the conflict. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that the diamond has a dark history, and that its discovery will have far-reaching consequences for everyone involved. The Diamond is a gripping tale of greed, betrayal, and adventure, set against the backdrop of one of the most fascinating periods in history. Cattelle's vivid descriptions of life in South Africa, as well as his compelling characters and fast-paced plot, make this novel a must-read for anyone who loves a thrilling and engaging story.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.
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