The Argosy, Vol. 51, No. 4, April, 1891

By Various

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

** In a world of secrets and valuable jewels, a determined captain's pursuit of a priceless diamond leads him down a path of moral questioning and hidden rivalries.

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Encyclopedias/Dictionaries/Reference

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2006-05-11

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** "The Argosy, Vol. 51, No. 4, April, 1891" by Various is a compilation of writings from the 1890s, with a key story, "The Fate of the Hara Diamond," focusing on Captain Ducie's hunt for a very valuable diamond as he deals with the diamond's mysterious owner, M. Platzoff. We see Captain Ducie's annoyance and strong will as he's only partially figured out a secret message about the diamond, leaving him stuck. There's a feeling of sadness as he watches Platzoff's house, Bon Repos, and becomes more and more obsessed with the diamond. The story creates a feeling of stress and mystery as Ducie thinks about whether stealing is right or wrong, and also as he begins to dislike Cleon, Platzoff's servant, suggesting bigger problems to come. **