The Blue Scarab is a novel written by David Graham Adee and first published in 1892. The story revolves around the discovery of an ancient Egyptian artifact, a blue scarab, which is believed to have magical powers. The protagonist, a young American named Jack Crawford, inherits the scarab from his uncle, who had acquired it during his travels to Egypt. Jack soon discovers that the scarab is much more than just a simple trinket, as it has the power to transport him back in time to ancient Egypt.As Jack begins to explore the mysterious powers of the scarab, he becomes embroiled in a dangerous adventure involving ancient curses, secret societies, and powerful enemies. Along the way, he meets a cast of colorful characters, including a beautiful Egyptian princess, a wise old sage, and a sinister villain who will stop at nothing to get his hands on the scarab.The Blue Scarab is a thrilling adventure story that combines elements of mystery, romance, and fantasy. Adee's vivid descriptions of ancient Egypt and his attention to historical detail lend an air of authenticity to the story, while his fast-paced plot keeps readers on the edge of their seats. Overall, The Blue Scarab is a classic tale of adventure and intrigue that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and action-packed thrillers alike.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.