The Shining Adventure (1916)
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ISBN10: 1104345471
ISBN13: 9781104345471
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 13 2009
Pages: 284
Weight: 1.29
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781104345471
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 13 2009
Pages: 284
Weight: 1.29
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Shining Adventure is a novel written by Dana Burnet and published in 1916. The story follows the main character, John Steele, a young American who inherits a large fortune and decides to embark on a journey to Europe to find adventure and purpose in life. Along the way, he meets a beautiful and mysterious woman named Helene, who becomes his companion and guide through the unfamiliar terrain of Europe.As John and Helene travel through various countries, they encounter a series of challenges and obstacles that test their courage and resourcefulness. From narrow escapes from dangerous criminals to daring rescues from treacherous mountain passes, the pair must rely on their wits and each other to survive.Throughout the book, Burnet weaves together themes of romance, adventure, and self-discovery, as John and Helene navigate the complexities of their relationship and the world around them. The novel is also notable for its vivid descriptions of the European landscape and its portrayal of the cultural and political climate of the early 20th century.Overall, The Shining Adventure is a thrilling and engaging tale of two young people searching for meaning and excitement in a world full of danger and uncertainty.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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