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Sirenica (1913)

Sirenica (1913)

W. Compton Leith / WCompton Leith

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9780548902165
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Sirenica is a novel written by W. Compton Leith and published in 1913. The story is set in the fictional island of Sirenica, located in the South Pacific, and follows the adventures of a young British naval officer named Captain John Hargreaves. Hargreaves is sent to Sirenica on a mission to investigate the disappearance of a fellow officer, but he soon becomes embroiled in a dangerous game of politics and espionage. The island is ruled by a powerful queen named Queen Melita, who is feared and revered by her subjects. Hargreaves is drawn to her, but he soon realizes that her beauty and charm are just a facade for her ruthless and cunning nature. As Hargreaves delves deeper into the mysteries of Sirenica, he uncovers a sinister plot to overthrow the queen and seize control of the island. With the help of a local rebel leader and a beautiful American journalist, Hargreaves must navigate the treacherous waters of Sirenica and stop the conspiracy before it’s too late. Sirenica is a thrilling adventure story that combines elements of romance, politics, and intrigue. Leith’s vivid descriptions of the island and its inhabitants transport the reader to a world of tropical beauty and danger. The novel is a classic example of early 20th-century adventure fiction and is sure to captivate readers of all ages.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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