The Golden Fleece - Hawthorne, Nathaniel
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"The Golden Fleece: A Romance" by Julian Hawthorne is a captivating tale set in the picturesque yet mysterious landscape of Southern California. The story begins with a conversation between General Trednoke and Professor Meschines, old friends who reminisce about their past and discuss the intriguing legends surrounding the region. The narrative introduces us to the general's daughter, Miriam, a young woman of Aztecan descent, who is believed to be connected to a hidden treasure, the so-called "Golden Fleece." This treasure is rumored to be concealed in the desert, protected by an ancient…mehr

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"The Golden Fleece: A Romance" by Julian Hawthorne is a captivating tale set in the picturesque yet mysterious landscape of Southern California. The story begins with a conversation between General Trednoke and Professor Meschines, old friends who reminisce about their past and discuss the intriguing legends surrounding the region. The narrative introduces us to the general's daughter, Miriam, a young woman of Aztecan descent, who is believed to be connected to a hidden treasure, the so-called "Golden Fleece." This treasure is rumored to be concealed in the desert, protected by an ancient spell that only Kamaiakan, a mysterious Indian with ties to Miriam's ancestry, can break. As the plot unfolds, we meet Grace Parsloe, a spirited young woman traveling to California, who becomes entangled with Harvey Freeman, a civil engineer with a mysterious purpose. Their journey is marked by flirtations and misunderstandings, particularly when they arrive at General Trednoke's ranch. Freeman, initially captivated by Grace, finds himself drawn to Miriam's enigmatic charm and depth, creating a complex web of emotions and rivalries. The story weaves together themes of love, heritage, and the quest for hidden mysteries, set against the backdrop of the Californian desert's stark beauty and perilous secrets. The characters navigate personal changes and romantic entanglements, all while the legend of the Golden Fleece looms large, promising fortune and danger to those who dare to seek it.