The Tickencote Treasure by William Le Queux
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"The Tickencote Treasure" by William Le Queux is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows Dr. Paul Pickering, an ordinary physician who becomes embroiled in an extraordinary adventure when he sets sail on a cargo ship, the "Thrush", with a rough and charismatic captain, Job Seal. Upon encountering a mysterious ship presumed lost to time, the crew discovers a hidden treasure and a survivor, known as the Mysterious
Man, who adds an enigmatic twist to their journey. The opening of the story introduces Dr. Pickering as he narrates the curious events that led him to embark on this sea voyage. After accepting a job as a steward aboard the "Thrush" under Captain Seal, he quickly adjusts to life at sea. During their voyage, they stumble upon a seemingly ancient vessel that stirs a mix of excitement and trepidation among the crew. As they approach this derelict ship and unearth its secrets, they discover not only treasure but also a survivor from centuries past, setting the stage for an intriguing tale of mystery and adventure where the past and present collide. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Le Queux, William, 1864-1927 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Tickencote Treasure |
| Credits |
Produced by Mardi Desjardins & the online Distributed Proofreaders Canada team at www.pgdpcanada.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Physicians -- Fiction |
| Subject | Treasure troves -- Fiction |
| Subject | Mystery fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 57885 |
| Release Date | Sep 11, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 476 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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