A Courier Of Fortune (1904)

A Courier Of Fortune (1904)

Arthur Williams Marchmont

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120114181
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A Courier of Fortune, written by Arthur Williams Marchmont and published in 1904, is a thrilling adventure novel set in the late 19th century. The story follows the journey of the protagonist, Jack Graham, a young and ambitious courier who is hired by a wealthy businessman to deliver a valuable package to a remote location in Africa. As Jack sets out on his journey, he encounters a series of obstacles and challenges that test his courage and resourcefulness. He faces treacherous terrain, dangerous animals, and hostile tribes, all while trying to protect the package he has been entrusted with. Along the way, he meets a variety of colorful characters, including a mysterious woman who becomes his ally and a ruthless bandit who is determined to steal the package from him.As Jack gets closer to his destination, he realizes that the package he is carrying holds a secret that could change the course of history. He must decide whether to fulfill his mission and deliver the package or risk everything to uncover the truth and prevent a catastrophe.A Courier of Fortune is a gripping tale of adventure, danger, and intrigue that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. It is a classic novel that explores themes of bravery, loyalty, and the pursuit of justice.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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