Being the Story of the Discovery of the "Big Fish," or the Quest of the Greater Treasure of the Incas of Peru Gilson, Charles 1878-1943 creator Woodville, Richard Caton 1856-1927 text utu 2012 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Treasure of Kings" by Major Charles Gilson is an adventure novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a young protagonist, Dick Treadgold, who finds himself drawn into a quest for the legendary treasure of the Incas, spurred on by his encounters with John Bannister, a strong and enigmatic figure. The narrative is set against a backdrop of exploration and danger, mixing elements of thrilling action with the pursuit of gold. At the start of the tale, Dick, a 16-year-old boy, meets the formidable John Bannister on a secluded Sussex beach. Bannister, a man steeped in adventure and mystery, captivates Dick with tales of far-off places and treasures, igniting his desire for exploration. As Dick forms a bond with Bannister, he inadvertently becomes embroiled in a darker plot involving the nefarious Amos Baverstock, who seeks to reclaim a valuable map that holds the key to the Inca treasure. The opening chapters establish a sense of impending adventure mingled with danger, as Dick's life quickly spirals from innocent curiosity into a harrowing escapade full of unexpected turns and threats. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2012-04-07 Produced by Al Haines Original publication data not identified Adventure stories Treasure troves -- Juvenile fiction South America -- Juvenile fiction PZ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/39399 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/39399 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133913.0 39399