The story revolves around a young man who inherits a pearl from his father and becomes embroiled in a plot to steal it. He travels to Lima, Peru, where he encounters various characters, including a mysterious woman and a group of thieves. The protagonist's journey takes him through the city's underworld, where he must use his wits to outsmart his pursuers and protect the pearl.
By Jules Verne · First published 1869 · Genre: Adventure, Fiction, Drama · 9 chapters