The Image In The Sand (1905)

Set in early 20th-century Egypt, the novel follows Richard Lane, a young Englishman who inherits an estate and becomes captivated by the local culture. His discovery of a mysterious image in the sand ties him to an ancient legend and a conspiracy led by fanatical Egyptians seeking to revive their ancestral religion. As he navigates this intrigue, Lane's romance with Zorä da, an Egyptian woman, faces challenges from cultural differences and political unrest. The story weaves adventure, romance, and historical themes into a compelling narrative.