The Golden Fetich (1903) - Phillpotts, Eden
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The Golden Fetich is a novel written by English author Eden Phillpotts and first published in 1903. The story is set in the West Indies and follows the adventures of a young man named John Tregarth, who inherits a plantation from his uncle. Tregarth soon finds himself caught up in a dangerous world of greed, corruption, and violence as he tries to navigate the complex social and political landscape of the island.At the heart of the novel is the golden fetich, a mysterious and valuable object that is coveted by many of the characters in the story. Tregarth becomes obsessed with finding the…mehr

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The Golden Fetich is a novel written by English author Eden Phillpotts and first published in 1903. The story is set in the West Indies and follows the adventures of a young man named John Tregarth, who inherits a plantation from his uncle. Tregarth soon finds himself caught up in a dangerous world of greed, corruption, and violence as he tries to navigate the complex social and political landscape of the island.At the heart of the novel is the golden fetich, a mysterious and valuable object that is coveted by many of the characters in the story. Tregarth becomes obsessed with finding the fetich, which he believes will bring him wealth and power. However, his quest for the fetich leads him down a dark path, and he must confront the consequences of his actions.Throughout the novel, Phillpotts explores themes of colonialism, race, and class, as well as the destructive nature of greed and ambition. The Golden Fetich is a gripping and suspenseful tale that offers a vivid portrayal of life in the West Indies at the turn of the 20th century.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.
Autorenporträt
Eden Phillpotts (1862-1960) was an English author, playwright, and poet. He was born in Mount Abu, India, but spent most of his childhood in Devon, England. Phillpotts was a prolific writer, publishing more than 250 works of fiction, drama, and poetry during his long career. Phillpotts began his writing career as a journalist but soon turned to fiction, publishing his first novel, "Lying Prophets," in 1897. He gained widespread critical acclaim for his early novels, which often explored themes of rural life, the supernatural, and the dark side of human nature. In addition to his novels, Phillpotts was also a successful playwright, writing more than 30 plays for the stage. His plays often dealt with social issues and were popular with audiences in both England and the United States. During his career, Phillpotts received numerous literary awards and honors, including the Queen's Gold Medal for Poetry in 1937. He was also a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature and a member of the Royal Society of Arts. Phillpotts continued to write well into his nineties, and his last novel, "The Virgin in the Ice," was published in 1959. He died the following year, at the age of 98. Today, Phillpotts is remembered as one of England's most prolific and versatile authors of the early 20th century. His works continue to be read and enjoyed by readers around the world.