The Lost Silver Of Briffault (1885)

The Lost Silver Of Briffault is a historical novel written by Amelia Edith Huddleston Barr and originally published in 1885. The story is set in the late 17th century in the small town of Briffault in England. The plot revolves around a mysterious legend about a hidden treasure of silver that was lost by the town's former lord, Sir Philip Briffault, during a time of political turmoil.The main character of the story is young heiress Lady Ursula Glynde, who inherits the Briffault estate from her uncle. She becomes fascinated by the legend of the lost silver and sets out to uncover the truth behind it. Along the way, she meets and falls in love with the charming and enigmatic Captain Jack, who is also searching for the treasure.As Lady Ursula and Captain Jack delve deeper into the mystery, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including the eccentric local historian, Mr. Markham, and the conniving Lady Belton, who is determined to marry Lady Ursula's cousin for his wealth. The story is full of twists and turns as the characters navigate their way through various obstacles and challenges in their quest for the lost silver.The Lost Silver Of Briffault is a classic tale of adventure, romance, and intrigue that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and mystery novels. Barr's vivid descriptions of the English countryside and her attention to historical detail make the story come alive, transporting readers back in time to a bygone era.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.