Description: The Pillar of Sand is a novel written by William Richards Castle Jr. and originally published in 1914. The story is set in the early 20th century and follows the life of John Gavock, a wealthy American businessman who travels to Egypt with his wife and daughter. While there, Gavock becomes obsessed with finding a lost city and begins to neglect his family and business in pursuit of his goal.As Gavock delves deeper into his search, he becomes entangled in a dangerous web of political intrigue and personal vendettas. He is forced to navigate the treacherous waters of Egyptian society, including corrupt officials, religious extremists, and rival treasure hunters, all while trying to uncover the secrets of the lost city.Along the way, Gavock meets a cast of colorful characters, including a beautiful and mysterious Egyptian woman, a British archaeologist, and a group of Bedouin nomads. He must also confront his own demons and come to terms with the consequences of his obsession.The Pillar of Sand is a thrilling adventure story that explores themes of greed, ambition, and the clash of cultures. It is a vivid portrayal of Egypt in the early 20th century and a fascinating glimpse into the world of archaeology and treasure hunting.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.
