02319cam a22003133u 4500 31083 UtSlPG 20260610133717.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Hyne, C. J. Cutcliffe, 1866-1944 The Recipe for Diamonds Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2010-01-26 Produced by Juliet Sutherland and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "The Recipe for Diamonds" by C. J. Cutcliffe Hyne is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around adventure, exploration, and the pursuit of a legendary recipe that purportedly allows the creation of diamonds. Key characters include Slidey Methuen, a somewhat disillusioned Englishman, and Michael Cospatric, who unexpectedly reunites with Methuen in a Norse wilderness, leading them into an intriguing quest. At the start of the novel, the scene is set with Slidey Methuen, an experienced hunter, reflecting on his luck while pursuing game in Norway. After successfully hunting a large elk, he and his companion Ulus find themselves stranded due to worsening weather conditions. They stumble upon an abandoned hut where they plan to wait out the storm. However, the narrative takes a turn when they accidentally encounter a stranger, Cospatric, who has appeared out of the dark, wet wilderness. The two former acquaintances share stories and ultimately decide to embark on a quest that could lead them to a historical recipe, hinting at adventures beyond mere hunting, encompassing elements of treachery and pursuit. The opening sets the stage for a journey filled with camaraderie, danger, and high-stakes thrill, captivating readers with both vivid imagery and engaging character dynamics. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Fiction Adventure stories https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/31083 71929 71929