The Gold Wulfric by Grant Allen
The Gold Wulfric is a novel by Grant Allen that tells the story of a young man named Ralph who inherits a gold mine in Canada and sets out to make his fortune. Along the way, he encounters various obstacles and challenges, including a rival miner who tries to steal his claim. The book explores themes of ambition, greed, and the dangers of unchecked capitalism.
By Grant Allen · First published 1895 · Genre: Adventure, Historical Fiction, Mystery · 2 chapters · 14,303 words
First lines
I.
There are only two gold coins of Wulfric of Mercia in existence anywhere. One of them is in the British Museum, and the other one is in my possession.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Grant Allen
- Date: 1895 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Adventure, Historical Fiction, Mystery, Romance, Drama
- Length: 14,303 words
- Structure: 2 chapters, 250 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Adventure — The plot centers around a thrilling quest and exploration, typical of adventure narratives.
- Historical Fiction — The story is set in a historical context, with attention to period details and events.
- Mystery — The narrative involves solving a mystery or uncovering secrets, a common element in mystery genres.
- Romance — There are romantic elements and relationships that play a significant role in the storyline.
Tags
adventure · mystery · historical · fantasy · treasure · exploration · suspense · action · intrigue · mythology · romance · betrayal
Contents
- CHAPTER I
- CHAPTER II