Release date is 2018-03-04

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"The Buried Treasure; Or, Old Jordan's 'Haunt'" by Harry Castlemon is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers on the impoverished Evans family, particularly focusing on Godfrey Evans and his two sons, David and Daniel, as they navigate their difficult lives in a post-war rural setting. The narrative introduces themes of aspiration, envy, and the struggle for survival, setting the stage for a quest involving hidden wealth. At the start of the book, we meet Godfrey Evans, who is frustrated with his family's dire circumstances after losing their wealth due to the Civil War. He expresses bitterness towards wealthier neighbors, particularly the Gordons, who appear to thrive despite the same challenges. Godfrey's son David is characterized by his ambition and determination to uplift the family's condition, in stark contrast to his father's despondency and bitterness. The opening chapters lay a foundation for the narrative's conflict, as Godfrey learns about a buried barrel of money from a former servant, setting off a chain of events driven by poverty, ambition, and the complicated relationships within the family. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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