The Treasures In The Marshes (1893)

The Treasures In The Marshes is a novel written by Charlotte Mary Yonge and published in 1893. The story is set in the marshes of Kent, England, and follows the lives of two families, the Averys and the Mores. The Averys are a wealthy family who live in a grand house overlooking the marshes, while the Mores are a poor family who live in a small cottage on the edge of the marshes.The novel explores the themes of class, wealth, and social status, as well as the relationships between the two families. The Averys are portrayed as snobbish and elitist, while the Mores are humble and hardworking. However, as the story unfolds, it becomes clear that both families have their own secrets and flaws.The main plot of the novel revolves around the discovery of a hidden treasure in the marshes, which is believed to have been buried by smugglers many years ago. The treasure becomes the focus of both families, and they compete with each other to find it. However, as they search for the treasure, they also discover other, more valuable treasures, such as love, forgiveness, and redemption.Overall, The Treasures In The Marshes is a compelling and insightful novel that explores the complexities of human relationships and the search for meaning and purpose in life. It is a timeless classic that continues to be read and enjoyed by readers of all ages.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.