Doubloons (1906)

Doubloons is a novel written by British author Eden Phillpotts and first published in 1906. The story is set in the small coastal town of Bideford in Devon, England, and follows the life of a young man named Tom Trewella who inherits a fortune in Spanish doubloons from his grandfather. Tom's sudden wealth attracts the attention of his greedy and manipulative uncle, who schemes to get his hands on the doubloons by any means necessary. Tom, however, is determined to keep his inheritance and decides to use the money to help his struggling family and friends in the town. As Tom navigates the challenges of managing his newfound wealth and dealing with his uncle's machinations, he also falls in love with a local girl named Mary. Their relationship is complicated by Tom's financial situation and his uncle's interference, but they remain steadfast in their love for each other. Doubloons is a tale of greed, love, and redemption set against the backdrop of a quaint English seaside town. Phillpotts' vivid descriptions of the town and its inhabitants, as well as his exploration of themes such as wealth, family, and loyalty, make this novel a timeless classic.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.