Publisher's Synopsis
The Perils of Pauline by Charles Goddard is a thrilling adventure novel that follows the exploits of a young woman named Pauline Marvin. The story is set in the early 1900s and centers around Pauline's attempts to inherit her uncle's fortune, which is being contested by her scheming guardian. Along the way, she encounters a series of dangerous situations and villains, including kidnappers, pirates, and even a runaway hot air balloon. Despite the constant danger, Pauline remains determined to claim her inheritance and prove her worth as a strong and independent woman. Her bravery and resourcefulness are put to the test as she navigates the treacherous world of early 20th century America, relying on her wits and her allies to survive. The Perils of Pauline is a classic adventure novel that has captivated readers for over a century. It is a thrilling tale of action, romance, and intrigue that showcases the best of early 20th century pulp fiction. With its strong heroine and exciting plot, this book is a must-read for anyone who loves a good adventure story.With a piece of the blanket rope he tied her wrists together, and placed her arms about his shoulders, grasping a rope that sagged away to the wrecked balloon on the road far below. He placed a leg over the ledge, wrapped it around the rope and bracing the other foot against the rock wall, started joyously on his fearful task.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.
