Moonfleet

Moonfleet, published in 1898, is a classic adventure novel set in 18th-century Dorset. It follows orphaned John Trenchard, who becomes involved with local smugglers and uncovers a buried diamond treasure connected to the ghostly Blackbeard. The story blends coming-of-age themes, mystery, and romance with moral reflection and historical atmosphere. Falkner’s rich narrative and vivid sense of place have made Moonfleet a favorite of readers and educators alike—a compelling blend of Gothic suspense and swashbuckling adventure.