Myths and Legends of Our Own Land - Volume 09: as to buried treasure

A faint glimmer beneath the roots of an ancient oak, the whispered promise of hidden riches, and the uneasy hush that settles over a moonlit hollow-these are the shadows that linger in the American imagination, where folk tales about treasure and legends of hidden gold have been passed from one generation to the next. From windswept coasts to remote valleys, the stories collected here reveal a landscape haunted by the hope and peril of lost fortune. Each tale, steeped in nineteenth-century legends and regional American myths, conjures a world where the line between the natural and the supernatural blurs, and where the search for buried treasure becomes a test of courage, cunning, and belief.The collection draws its power from the diverse voices and local traditions that shaped the United States, capturing the restless spirit of a people for whom the lure of hidden wealth was both a dream and a curse. With an ear attuned to the rhythms of American folklore, these stories trace the origins of treasure myths across the country, illuminating how the promise of secret gold has fuelled both hope and fear. Whether it is the spectral guardians of lost hoards or the uncanny signs that lead seekers astray, each account is charged with the tension of possibility and the weight of history.This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure. For readers drawn to supernatural folklore from the USA, lost treasure tales, and the enduring allure of American mythic stories, this volume offers an evocative journey into the heart of a nation's legends-one that continues to captivate collectors and curious minds alike.