Publisher's Synopsis
The Splendid Chance is a novel written by Mary Hastings Bradley in 1915. The story revolves around a young woman named Sylvia Marshall, who is living a mundane life in a small town. She dreams of adventure and excitement, but her conservative family and community discourage her from pursuing her passions. One day, Sylvia meets a wealthy and charismatic man named John Stuart, who is on a mission to find a lost treasure in the South American jungle. He invites Sylvia to join him on his expedition, and she seizes the opportunity to break free from her monotonous life. As they journey deeper into the jungle, Sylvia and John face numerous challenges and dangers, but they also discover a newfound sense of freedom and passion. Along the way, they encounter a diverse cast of characters, including indigenous tribes, rival treasure hunters, and a mysterious woman named Dolores. The Splendid Chance is a thrilling adventure story that explores themes of self-discovery, love, and the pursuit of happiness. It offers a glimpse into the cultural attitudes and societal norms of the early 20th century, while also celebrating the spirit of adventure and the human desire for exploration and discovery.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.