9781330104248 - A Fortune Hunter; Or the Old Stone Corral: A Tale of the Santa Fe Trail (Classic Reprint) di Carteret, John Dunloe (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book encapsulates the gripping tale of Bruce and Ivarene Walraven, a couple whose whirlwind romance would culminate in a grand wedding in Mexico and set the stage for adventure, wealth, and ultimately â" as fate would have it â" tragedy. Their journey begins in the backdrop of the Mexican-American War, where the author, a close friend of Bruce, meets them and witnesses their blossoming love story. After the war, the couple embarks on an overland journey northward, accompanied by the author and a vast treasure of gold and gems. The book delves into the depths of their beliefs, exploring a unique theory of reincarnation and the concept of heaven, which serves as a source of solace and comfort throughout the couple's trials. Along their travels, they encounter diverse characters and navigate dangerous landscapes, ultimately reaching their destination only to face a haunting tragedy. This book is a captivating blend of history, romance, and adventure, exploring themes of love, loss, and the enduring power of the human spirit amidst both triumph and adversity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.