The Rich Woman by Edgar wallace
In a remote territory, a man named Liberbaum arrives, selling dubious mining stock and seeking a government concession to dredge a river for gold. His arrival stirs interest among local officials, particularly Sanders and Hamilton, who dismiss his claims as fanciful. However, Bones, a subordinate, becomes obsessed with the idea of finding gold after hearing local legends. He decides to go "native" to explore the area and search for treasure, despite warnings from Hamilton. Meanwhile, a wealthy woman named M'Yari, the only child of a prosperous trader, attracts attention due to her riches. Her wealth grows as she engages in trade, but her uncles and cousins plot to claim her as a wife, believing her wealth should belong to a man. They consult a wise man, N'mari, who devises a plan to determine which of them will win her hand through a magical ritual. M'Yari, aware of her family's intentions, seeks to avoid being married off and instead desires a husband who will be submissive to her. She encounters B'laba, a hunter, and takes him as her husband, but her uncles remain determined to claim her wealth. They conspire to kidnap B'laba and hide him, fearing that he might expose their plans. As tensions rise, Bosambo, a local chief, becomes involved when M'Yari approaches him for help in retrieving her stolen treasures and husband. He agrees to assist her, motivated by the promise of silver. Bosambo sets out to the island where B'laba is held captive, navigating treacherous waters and dense vegetation. The three Akasava brothers, who have taken B'laba, are wary of Bosambo's intentions. They plan to move their treasure and eliminate any threats. However, Bosambo manages to capture B'laba and escape with him, but not without complications. B'laba, initially grateful, reveals his true identity, leading to a tense confrontation. In the end, Bosambo's cunning and resourcefulness allow him to navigate the complex web of deceit and ambition surrounding M'Yari, B'laba, and the Akasava brothers. The story explores themes of wealth, power dynamics, and the lengths individuals will go to secure their fortunes and desires in a world rife with intrigue and danger.
By Edgar wallace · First published 1924 · Genre: Adventure, Drama, Mystery · 5,833 words
First lines
THERE was a gentleman in New York who sold mining stock. The stock was beautiful, being printed in four colours, but the mines were as bad as black and white could describe them. He came to the Territories, as one of her annual guests, and as he was well supplied with letters of introduction, this Mr. Liberbaum was well received. He was a nice man with an extensive range of superlatives, and since he was agreeable to his hosts they bore him no grudge, even when, as they discovered three months later, he applied for and received a government concession to dredge the river, for gold.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Edgar wallace
- Date: 1924 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Adventure, Drama, Mystery, Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction
- Length: 5,833 words
- Structure: 1 section, 140 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Adventure — The plot revolves around exploration, treasure hunting, and the pursuit of wealth, typical of adventure narratives.
- Drama — The themes of wealth, power dynamics, and personal relationships create a dramatic tension throughout the story.
- Mystery — The presence of hidden treasures and the unknown motives of characters contribute to a sense of mystery.
- Historical Fiction — The setting and cultural elements reflect historical contexts, particularly colonial interactions.
Tags
wealth · mystery · crime · drama · suspense · romance · intrigue · adventure · betrayal · power · society · ambition