Publisher's Synopsis
The Neptune at the Golden Horn is a novel written by Winnie Rover and published in 1882. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the adventures of a young sailor named Jack who works on board the Neptune, a ship that sails the seas around the world. The story takes place in Istanbul, Turkey, where the Neptune has docked at the Golden Horn, a famous harbor in the city.While in Istanbul, Jack and his crewmates become embroiled in a dangerous plot involving a group of smugglers who are trying to steal a valuable treasure from the city's ancient ruins. Jack and his friends must use all their skills and cunning to outsmart the smugglers and protect the treasure from falling into the wrong hands.Throughout the book, readers are transported to exotic locations around the world, from the bustling streets of Istanbul to the remote islands of the Pacific. The book is filled with vivid descriptions of the sights, sounds, and smells of these far-flung places, giving readers a sense of what life was like for sailors in the 19th century.Overall, The Neptune at the Golden Horn is a thrilling adventure story that will appeal to fans of classic literature, historical fiction, and maritime tales. It is a timeless tale of courage, friendship, and the power of the human spirit to overcome adversity.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.
