The Drakestone (1906)
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ISBN10: 1437402585
ISBN13: 9781437402582
Publisher: Indypublish.Com
Published: Dec 22 2008
Pages: 332
Weight: 1.45
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781437402582
Publisher: Indypublish.Com
Published: Dec 22 2008
Pages: 332
Weight: 1.45
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Drakestone is a novel written by British author Oliver Onions and was first published in 1906. The story is set in the fictional village of Cullerne in England, where the Drake family has lived for generations. The Drakestone is a large and mysterious stone that has been in the family for centuries and is said to have magical powers.The novel follows the fortunes of the Drake family and their interactions with the local villagers. The protagonist of the story is a young man named Richard Drake, who is the heir to the family estate. Richard is a sensitive and introspective character who is deeply affected by the strange and inexplicable events that occur in the village.As the story progresses, Richard becomes increasingly obsessed with the Drakestone and its supposed powers. He begins to research the stone's history and discovers that it has been associated with a number of strange and supernatural occurrences over the years.The Drakestone is a novel that explores themes of family, tradition, and the supernatural. It is a haunting and atmospheric work that is deeply rooted in the English countryside and its folklore. The book has been praised for its vivid descriptions of the landscape and its evocative portrayal of a bygone era. It is a must-read for fans of gothic fiction and supernatural tales.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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