The Golden Magnet

Name: The Golden Magnet
Author: George Manville Fenn

A vivid opening depicts a mountain civilisation's resplendent sun-temple, its walls, implements, and gardens lavishly wrought in gold and jewels. The arrival of armed foreigners leads to systematic plunder, prompting priests to ritually conceal temple treasures underground and bind successors to secrecy by knot-coded messages. Over generations the buried hoards become the lure of explorers, with some finds, losses, betrayals, and accidental discoveries noted amid ruins and mountain fastnesses. Interlaced with these episodes is a first-person perspective of youthful yearning for adventure and escape from a modest family trade, envisioning shipwrecks, treasure, and distant voyages as the path to fortune.

By George Manville Fenn

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George Manville Fenn

George Manville Fenn was a prolific English author known for his adventure novels and stories aimed primarily at young readers. His works often explore themes of bravery, moral dilemmas, and the challenges of growing up. Among his notable titles is "!Tention: A Story of Boy-Life during the Peninsular War," which reflects his interest in historical settings and the experiences of youth during tumultuous times. Fenn's writing is characterized by its engaging narratives and vivid characterizations, making him a significant figure in children's literature of the 19th century.