The Quicksands Of Pactolus

""The Quicksands of Pactolus"" is a novel written by Horace Annesley Vachell and published in 1896. The story is set in the late 19th century in England and follows the life of a young man named Jack Carstares. Jack is a nobleman who has been accused of cheating at cards and is forced to flee the country to avoid prosecution. He travels to France and then to Italy, where he meets a beautiful woman named Lady Barbara Wyndham. The two fall in love and Jack decides to return to England to clear his name.Upon his return, Jack discovers that his brother has taken over his estate and is planning to marry Lady Barbara. Jack must fight to prove his innocence and win back Lady Barbara's heart. Along the way, he faces many challenges and obstacles, including a dangerous encounter with quicksand in the river Pactolus.""The Quicksands of Pactolus"" is a thrilling tale of love, betrayal, and redemption. Vachell's vivid descriptions of the English countryside and the characters' emotions make for a compelling read. The novel explores themes of honor, loyalty, and the consequences of one's actions. It is a timeless story that still resonates with readers today.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.