The Onyx Ring (1856)

The Onyx Ring (1856)

John Sterling

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104397791
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The Onyx Ring is a novel written by John Sterling and published in 1856. The story revolves around a young man named Walter Maynard who inherits an onyx ring from his grandfather. The ring is said to have magical powers and is believed to bring good luck to its owner. However, Walter soon discovers that the ring also has a dark side and can bring about misfortune to those who possess it.As Walter begins to explore the powers of the ring, he becomes embroiled in a series of adventures and encounters with a variety of characters, including a mysterious woman named Zara, a group of gypsies, and a wealthy nobleman who is determined to obtain the ring for himself.Throughout the novel, Sterling weaves together themes of fate, destiny, and the supernatural, creating a suspenseful and engaging story that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. The Onyx Ring is a classic work of Victorian literature that has stood the test of time and continues to captivate readers today.With A Biographical Preface.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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