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New Treasure Seekers - OR THE BASTABLE CHILDREN IN SEARCH OF A FORTUNE - By - E. NESBIT
LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS
THE ROAD TO ROME; OR, THE SILLY STOWAWAY
THE CONSCIENCE-PUDDING
ARCHIBALD THE UNPLEASANT
OVER THE WATER TO CHINA
THE YOUNG ANTIQUARIES
THE INTREPID EXPLORER AND HIS LIEUTENANT
THE TURK IN CHAINS; OR, RICHARD'S REVENGE
THE GOLDEN GONDOLA
The Bastable children are restless, bright‑eyed siblings who love a good mystery. When they stumble upon a stone stairway that arches like a cathedral ceiling, they discover an old, cryptic note hinting at a long‑lost fortune. Their curiosity sparks an impromptu expedition, and the kids quickly gather supplies, daring plans, and a rag‑tag crew of friends to follow the clue.
Their journey takes them through bustling ports, hidden courtyards, and shadowy tunnels, where they meet eccentric locals, puzzling riddles, and a few unfriendly rivals. Along the way the youngsters must rely on quick thinking, teamwork, and a dash of bravado to stay one step ahead of danger. As the first stage of their adventure unfolds, the Bastables find that the promise of treasure is as much about the thrill of discovery as it is about the glittering prize itself.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (359K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2008-05-16
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1858–1924
Best known for The Railway Children and The Story of the Treasure-Seekers, this inventive English writer helped shape modern children's fantasy with stories that feel warm, funny, and startlingly real. She also wrote poetry and adult fiction, bringing the same lively imagination to a wide range of work.
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