Publisher's Synopsis
The Treasure of Don Andres is a historical novel set in the Shetland Islands during the time of the Spanish Armada. Written by James John Haldane Burgess and published in 1903, the story follows the adventures of a young man named Magnus Sinclair as he attempts to uncover the hidden treasure of Don Andres, a Spanish nobleman who was shipwrecked on the island many years ago.As Magnus delves deeper into the mystery of the treasure, he becomes embroiled in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with a group of ruthless pirates who are also searching for the treasure. Along the way, he falls in love with a beautiful Spanish woman named Maria, who is also searching for her family's lost treasure.As Magnus and Maria race to find the treasure before the pirates do, they must navigate treacherous waters, evade deadly traps, and confront their own inner demons. Along the way, they learn valuable lessons about love, loyalty, and the true meaning of treasure.The Treasure of Don Andres is a thrilling adventure story that combines historical accuracy with vivid descriptions of the rugged beauty of the Shetland Islands. It is a must-read for anyone who loves tales of high-seas adventure, romance, and treasure-hunting.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.
