""The Demon of Gold"" is a novel written by Hendrik Conscience and originally published in 1857. The story follows the life of a young man named Jan Braem, who is consumed by his desire for wealth and success. Jan's obsession with money leads him down a dark path, as he becomes increasingly ruthless and manipulative in his pursuit of riches. Along the way, he encounters a mysterious figure known as the Demon of Gold, who seems to embody all of Jan's...