Mark Hurdlestone V1: The Gold Worshipper is a novel written by Susanna Moodie and first published in 1853. The story follows the life of Mark Hurdlestone, a wealthy and successful businessman who is obsessed with accumulating gold and material possessions. Despite his wealth, Mark is unhappy and unfulfilled, and his greed and selfishness alienate him from those around him, including his own family.As the story progresses, Mark's obsession with gold...