The Lost Silver Of Briffault (1885)

By Amelia E. Barr

Book Overview

The Lost Silver of Briffault is a novel written by Amelia Edith Huddleston Barr and published in 1885. The story takes place in the 17th century and follows the life of a young woman named Anne Briffault, who lives in a small village in England. Anne is the daughter of a wealthy merchant, but she is not content with her life and longs for adventure.One day, Anne discovers a hidden treasure in her family's attic ������� a cache of silver that was stolen from a nearby abbey during the dissolution of the monasteries. Anne becomes obsessed with the treasure and sets out on a dangerous journey to find the missing pieces and return them to their rightful owners.Along the way, Anne encounters a cast of colorful characters, including a group of smugglers, a band of gypsies, and a handsome young man named Richard, who becomes her ally and companion. Together, they navigate treacherous terrain and face many obstacles as they search for the lost silver.The Lost Silver of Briffault is a thrilling tale of adventure, romance, and intrigue, set against the backdrop of a tumultuous period in English history. Barr's vivid descriptions of the landscape and the characters bring the story to life, and her engaging plot keeps readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167219783
• ISBN13: 9781167219788
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"