Sewingshields Castle, and the Sunken Treasure of
The story revolves around a young man who inherits a large sum of money and decides to use it to buy an estate in the north of England. He becomes embroiled in a mystery surrounding a sunken treasure on his property, which he believes will bring him wealth and fame. As he delves deeper into the mystery, he uncovers a complex web of deceit and betrayal that leads him to question everything he thought he knew about himself and those around him. The novel explores themes of identity, class, and morality, raising questions about the nature of truth and the consequences of one's actions.
By John Lang · First published 1839 · Genre: Fantasy, Adventure, Historical Fiction · 2,319 words
First lines
The old castle of Sewingshields is one of which there are many legends. If local tradition might be accepted as a guide, we should find that Arthur the King lived there once on a time. But surely another Arthur than him of whom Tennyson sang. One,
"Not like that Arthur, who, with lance in rest, From spur to plume a star of tournament, Shot through the lists at Camelot, and charged Before the eyes of ladies and of kings,"
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Sewingshields Castle, and the Sunken Treasure of Broomlee Lough is listed on Textopian as a short story by John Lang, dated 1839 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: John Lang
- Date: 1839 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fantasy, Adventure, Historical Fiction, Mythology, Folklore
- Length: 2,319 words
- Structure: 1 section, 29 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Fantasy — The narrative includes mythical elements, legends, and supernatural occurrences, characteristic of the fantasy genre.
- Adventure — The plot revolves around a treasure hunt and the quest for a sunken treasure, embodying adventure themes.
- Historical Fiction — The story is set in a historical context with references to legendary figures and events from the past.
- Mythology — The text draws heavily on mythological themes and characters, particularly in its portrayal of Arthurian legends.
Tags
Historical Fiction · Adventure · Treasure Hunt · Fantasy · Mystery · Romance · Coming of Age · Self-Discovery · Friendship · Loyalty · Perseverance · Bravery