Moonfleet

EAN : 9791041802630

FALKNER JOHN MEADE

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EAN : 9791041802630

Paru le : 20 juin 2023

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Détails

EAN13 : 9791041802630
Réf. éditeur : 293985
Date Parution : 20 juin 2023
Disponibilite : Disponible
Barème de remise : NS
Nombre de pages : 268
Format : H:210 mm L:148 mm E:15 mm
Poids : 350gr

Résumé

Résumé : In the novel "Moonfleet" by John Meade Falkner, the story unfolds in the small village of Moonfleet, located near the sea. The protagonist, John Trenchard, is a young boy who becomes intrigued by the local legend of Blackbeard, a notorious pirate rumored to have hidden a valuable diamond. The narrative begins with a fierce storm that floods the village, leading to the discovery of strange noises emanating from the Mohune family vault beneath the church. These noises are attributed to the coffins being disturbed by the floodwaters, but they spark John's curiosity about the hidden treasure. John's adventures begin when he discovers a hidden passage beneath a tomb in the churchyard. Despite his initial fear, he is driven by the hope of finding Blackbeard's treasure. His exploration is set against the backdrop of a village steeped in smuggling activities, with the Why Not? inn serving as a hub for clandestine operations. The innkeeper, Elzevir Block, and the sexton, Ratsey, are key figures in the smuggling trade, and their interactions with John add layers of intrigue and danger to the story. As John delves deeper into the mystery, he encounters various challenges and learns about the complexities of human nature, loyalty, and betrayal. The novel weaves together themes of adventure, the supernatural, and the moral dilemmas faced by those living on the fringes of the law. Falkner's vivid descriptions of the coastal landscape and the suspenseful plot keep readers engaged as they follow John's quest for the elusive diamond and the truth behind the legend of Blackbeard.
Biographie : John Meade Falkner (8 May 1858 - 22 July 1932) was an English novelist and poet, best known for his 1898 novel Moonfleet. An extremely successful businessman, he became chairman of the arms manufacturer Armstrong Whitworth during World War I.