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_aPyle, Howard, _d1853-1911 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Ruby of Kishmoor |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2003 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2003-01-01 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Paul J. Hollander. HTML version by Al Haines. | ||
| 520 | _a"The Ruby of Kishmoor" by Howard Pyle is a historical adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set against the backdrop of piracy in the Caribbean, focusing on the exploits of Captain Robertson Keitt, who becomes infamous for stealing the precious ruby from the Rajah of Kishmoor during a daring raid. The narrative takes the reader on a series of thrilling escapades involving treachery, unexpected alliances, and a quest for identity and fortune amidst the dangerous lives of pirates. The plot centers around Jonathan Rugg, a Quaker clerk from Philadelphia who unexpectedly finds himself entangled in a web of intrigue upon visiting Jamaica. His romantic aspirations lead him to a mysterious lady draped in silver veil, who enlists his help to protect a seemingly innocuous ivory ball—an artifact with deadly significance linked to the notorious pirate's legacy. As Rugg navigates through treasonous encounters—resulting in multiple deaths—he struggles with his pacifist values and faces dire threats from the pirate's former associates. Ultimately, Jonathan's moral compass guides him to reject both wealth and the desire for adventure when presented with the lady's offer of fortune and companionship, opting instead for a return to his peaceful life in Philadelphia. This tale is a blend of action, moral dilemmas, and the exploration of the human spirit in the face of perilous challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aTreasure troves -- Fiction | ||
| 856 | 4 | 0 | _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3687 |
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