The Story Of The Treasure Seekers

The Story of the Treasure Seekers is a classic children's novel written by Edith Nesbit. The book follows the adventures of the Bastable siblings, a group of six children who are determined to restore their family's financial fortunes. The story is told from the perspective of the second oldest sibling, Oswald, who narrates the events as they unfold.The Bastable children are a creative and resourceful bunch, and they come up with a number of schemes to make money, from starting a newspaper to setting up a detective agency. Along the way, they encounter a variety of colorful characters, including a mysterious Indian gentleman, a wealthy benefactor, and a gang of thieves.Despite their many setbacks and misadventures, the Bastable children never lose their optimism or their sense of humor. Through their trials and tribulations, they learn the value of hard work, perseverance, and the importance of family.First published in 1899, The Story of the Treasure Seekers is a beloved classic that has delighted generations of readers. It is a charming and heartwarming tale of childhood imagination and adventure, and a testament to the enduring power of family and friendship.When we came out we walked a long way, and when we asked a policeman he said we'd better go back through Smithfield. So we did. They don't burn people any more there now, so it was rather dull, besides being a long way, and Noel got very tired. He's a peaky little chap; it comes of being a poet, I think.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.