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A Bid for Fortune; Or, Dr. Nikola's Vendetta

1895

Guy Boothby

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A Bid for Fortune; Or, Dr. Nikola's Vendetta

Guy Boothby

1895

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A Bid for Fortune; Or, Dr. Nikola's Vendetta is a 1895 novel by Australian author Guy Boothby, marking the first appearance of the character Dr. Nikola. The story follows Richard Hatteras, a strong and independent trader from Queensland, who becomes embroiled in Nikola's mysterious and vengeful schemes. The narrative begins with a peculiar letter that draws together three men for a significant meeting, setting the stage for a blend of adventure, intrigue, and personal discovery.

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A novel written in the early 20th century. The story weaves a tapestry of adventure and intrigue, centering around the e...

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A Bid for Fortune; Or, Doctor Nikola's Vendetta (1895) is a novel by Australian writer Guy Boothby. It was his first nov...

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First and foremost, my name, age, description, and occupation, as they say in the Police Gazette . Richard Hatteras, at...

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