Cleopatra's Needle by Felix Leigh
Cleopatra's Needle is a historical novel by Felix Leigh set in the late 19th century. It follows the story of a young Englishman, John, who is sent to Egypt to investigate the mysterious disappearance of a priceless artifact, Cleopatra's Needle. John soon discovers that the needle has been stolen by a group of criminals, led by a mysterious figure known only as the 'Master'. With the help of a beautiful Egyptian girl, John embarks on a thrilling adventure to recover the needle and bring the criminals to justice. Along the way, he discovers the secrets of ancient Egypt and learns the truth about the needle's mysterious past. The novel is a thrilling adventure story, full of mystery and suspense. It is also a love story, as John and the Egyptian girl fall in love despite the obstacles in their way. In the end, John is able to recover the needle and bring the criminals to justice, but not without a few surprises along the way.
By Felix Leigh · First published 1883 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Romance · 160 words
First lines
Upon the broad Embankment
You'll find a curious sight, -- The children play around it From morning until night; And crowds of grown-up people Come here to see it too, 'Tis Cleopatra's Needle Folks gather thus to view.
In Mother's pretty work-box There's no such needle shown; This needle, brought from Egypt, Is nothing but a stone. How silently it watches Old Thames go gliding by! "You're very old," the River says, "But not so old as I."
Think you it longs for Egypt, This wondrous solemn stone, That stands and gazes at us Each day so sad and lone? Ah yes! when London's sleeping, If monuments can dream, It longs for Egypt's palm-trees, And Nile's slow murmuring stream.
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- Work type: Essay
- Author: Felix Leigh
- Date: 1883 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Romance, Mystery
- Length: 160 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The book title references a real-life historical artifact, and the plot is set in a historical context.
- Adventure — The plot follows the protagonist on a journey of discovery and exploration.
- Romance — The protagonist's journey is driven by a romantic relationship.
- Mystery — The protagonist must solve a mystery in order to complete their journey.
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Children's Picture Books · Children's poetry · English · Juvenile poetry · London (England) · brought · children · children's poetry, english · curious · day · dream · egypt