The King of Diamonds: A Tale of Mystery and Adventure by Louis Tracy

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Author Tracy, Louis, 1863-1928
Title The King of Diamonds: A Tale of Mystery and Adventure
Note Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The King of Diamonds: A Tale of Mystery and Adventure" by Louis Tracy is a fictional novel written in the early 20th century. This story intertwines themes of mystery and adventure, focusing on a young boy named Philip Anson, who finds himself in dire circumstances. As he navigates the challenges of poverty and the loss of his mother, he stumbles upon extraordinary circumstances surrounding a fallen meteor which contains diamonds of astronomical value, setting off a chain of events that will test his character and resilience. At the start of the novel, Philip Anson is a vulnerable yet determined fifteen-year-old boy dealing with the imminent death of his paralyzed mother. He confronts the harsh realities of life in London's East End, struggling for their survival after being cast into poverty. The narrative immediately plunges into an emotional depth as Philip's resolve to support his mother is challenged. After a violent thunderstorm, Philip discovers a meteor that has crashed in his backyard, containing diamonds. This discovery shifts his prospects dramatically, leading to a compelling narrative filled with unexpected twists involving the pursuit of wealth, the nature of trust, and the painful mysteries of his family's past. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Fiction
Subject Detective and mystery stories
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EBook-No. 40493
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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