The Golden Island

By Emma Kenyon Parrish

Book Overview

The Golden Island is a novel written by Emma Kenyon Parrish and published in 1921. The story takes place on a tropical island called San Marcos, which is said to be full of gold. The protagonist of the story is a young woman named Doris who travels to the island with her father and brother in search of the treasure.Upon arriving on the island, Doris and her family discover that the island is inhabited by a group of people who are fiercely protective of their land and their treasure. The group is led by a woman named La Reina, who is both feared and revered by the islanders.As Doris and her family navigate the treacherous terrain of the island, they encounter a number of challenges and obstacles. They must contend with dangerous wildlife, harsh weather conditions, and the constant threat of attack from La Reina's followers.Despite the dangers, Doris is determined to find the treasure and prove herself to her father, who has always been dismissive of her abilities. Along the way, she forms a bond with a young man named Juan, who becomes her ally and confidant.As the story unfolds, Doris and Juan uncover the secrets of the island and the true nature of its inhabitants. They discover that the treasure they seek is not what they expected and that the real wealth of the island lies in its people and their way of life.The Golden Island is a thrilling adventure story that explores themes of greed, courage, and the value of human connection. It is a timeless tale that continues to captivate readers to this day.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: 1437169074
• ISBN13: 9781437169072
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"