The Sulltan's Egg by John Arthur Barry

Name: The Sulltan's Egg
Author: John Arthur Barry

The Sultan's Egg is a historical fiction novel set in the Ottoman Empire in the late 19th century. It follows the story of a young man named Ali, who is the son of a wealthy merchant. Ali is sent to Istanbul to study at the prestigious Imperial School of Medicine, but his dreams of becoming a doctor are quickly dashed when he discovers that his father has been arrested and accused of treason. With his father's fate uncertain, Ali must find a way to save him and restore his family's honor. In his quest to save his father, Ali finds himself embroiled in a dangerous plot involving the Sultan's egg, a mysterious artifact that is said to possess magical powers. With the help of his friends, Ali must unravel the secrets of the egg and use its power to save his father and restore his family's honor. Along the way, he discovers the truth about his father's past and learns the importance of loyalty and friendship. The Sultan's Egg is an exciting and thrilling adventure that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. It is a story of courage, loyalty, and friendship, and a reminder of the power of family and the importance of standing up for what is right.

By John Arthur Barry · First published 1911 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Mystery · 6,423 words

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People thought it very strange that Roland Haynes should go to sea again, it seemed such an absurd thing for the owner of one of the finest farms in the county of Salop so to do. But when his wife died, Roland became restless, and his life grew a burden to him. He felt stifled and oppressed, and the sight even of the laurels and laurustinus bushes around the house became hateful. He strove against the feeling with all his might; but do what he would, his thoughts and desires wandered away back to the old days of tall ships, and stormy winds, and wild waters, and all the majesty and beauty of the great ocean on which his early life had been passed. He heard calling to him 'the moanings of the homeless sea,' and went to it.

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Work type: Short story
Author: John Arthur Barry
Date: 1911 CE
Language: English
Genres: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Mystery, Fantasy
Length: 6,423 words
Structure: 1 section, 93 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Historical Fiction — The book is set in the Ottoman Empire and follows the story of a Sultan's egg, which is a historical artifact.
Adventure — The book follows the protagonist's journey to find the Sultan's egg, which involves a lot of action and adventure.
Mystery — The protagonist must solve the mystery of the Sultan's egg in order to find it and complete his mission.
Fantasy — The book contains elements of fantasy, such as magical creatures and powers, which add to the story's intrigue.