The Emerald of the Incas

The Emerald of the Incas is a novel by Charles Normand that takes readers on an exciting adventure through the jungles of South America. The story begins with a group of treasure hunters who are on the hunt for a valuable emerald that was once owned by the Incan Empire. The emerald is said to possess mystical powers, and the treasure hunters are determined to find it at any cost.As they journey through the jungle, the group faces a number of challenges and obstacles, including dangerous animals, treacherous terrain, and rival treasure hunters who are also seeking the emerald. Along the way, they encounter a number of interesting characters, including a shaman who provides them with valuable guidance and a beautiful native woman who captures the heart of the group's leader.As the group gets closer to their goal, they begin to realize that the emerald is more than just a valuable gemstone. It holds the key to unlocking a powerful secret that has been hidden for centuries. With danger lurking around every corner, the treasure hunters must use all of their skills and knowledge to outwit their enemies and uncover the truth about the emerald of the Incas.The Emerald of the Incas is a thrilling adventure story that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. With vivid descriptions of the South American jungle and a cast of colorful characters, this book is sure to appeal to fans of action and adventure novels.1917. A story of the Peruvian Sierras. Contents: adventures of a might watchman; disagreeable excursion; long live the Inca Papa-Capac; find the emerald; abduction of Candida; senora's army; lost in the snows of the Crucero; Inca or god father; anger of Inti-Churi; batter of the Plaza Manor; miraculous escape of Si Sing; Si Sing as chef de cuisine; Chinaman among the Rabonas; in which we again see Candida; Si Sing meets Senora Bustamente; at the entrance to the Holy Quebrada; soul of Manco-Capac; eve of the sacrifice; poor Candida; rescued by Papa-Capac; mysterious stairway; subterranean temple and the sacred emerald; supreme expiation.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.