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100 1 _aDoyle, Arthur Conan,
_d1859-1930
245 1 4 _aThe Tragedy of the Korosko
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aWikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Tragedy_of_the_Korosko
500 _aRelease date is 2004-06-01
508 _aan anonymous Project Gutenberg volunteer
520 _a"The Tragedy of the Korosko" by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is a novel written during the late 19th century. The story unfolds on the banks of the Nile in Nubia, following a diverse group of passengers aboard the "Korosko", including Colonel Cochrane, Miss Adams, and Mr. Stephens, as they embark on a journey that takes a tragic turn. The narrative explores themes of cultural encounters, the fragility of civilization, and the unpredictability of fate. At the start of the novel, the passengers of the "Korosko" are introduced as they set off on their expedition along the Nile, showcasing their varied backgrounds and personalities. The camaraderie aboard the vessel is palpable, with lively conversations and interactions that paint a vivid picture of the group dynamic. However, a sense of foreboding lingers as they traverse the vast, desolate beauty of Nubia, punctuated by ruins and reminders of a tumultuous past. The opening portion establishes a serene yet eerie atmosphere, hinting at the imminent danger that will disrupt their journey, culminating in their capture by a group of armed Bedouins, shattering the veneer of safety and leisure they had previously enjoyed. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
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653 _aEgypt -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12555
999 _c53973
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