The Clock of Arba: A Romance (1901)

The Clock of Arba: A Romance is a novel written by Marcus Samuel Cram Rickards and originally published in 1901. The story follows the adventures of a young man named Alan Graham, who inherits a mysterious clock from his late uncle. The clock is said to have magical powers and is capable of transporting its owner to different places and times. As Alan begins to experiment with the clock, he finds himself transported to the ancient city of Arba, where he meets and falls in love with a beautiful princess named Zara. However, their love is threatened by a powerful sorcerer who seeks to use the clock's powers for his own nefarious purposes. Throughout the novel, Alan and Zara must navigate a dangerous and magical world, facing challenges and obstacles at every turn. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a wise old sage, a cunning thief, and a brave warrior. The Clock of Arba: A Romance is a thrilling adventure story that combines elements of fantasy, romance, and mystery. It is a classic tale of good versus evil, with a touch of magic and a dash of humor. The novel is sure to captivate readers of all ages with its vivid descriptions, engaging characters, and exciting plot twists.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.