Literary notes about trove (AI summary)
The term "trove" appears with striking versatility in literature, functioning both as a literal cache of hidden wealth and as a metaphor for deeper, intangible riches. In some works, it designates an actual treasure trove—a hidden reserve of valuables such as in the mysterious discovery recounted by Conan Doyle [1] or the cache in Jack London’s narrative [2]—while in others it conveys a broader sense of secret or undiscovered bounty, as when fields of ripe berries evoke a natural treasure in Greenacres [3] or when one speaks of the mind’s own vast repository [4]. On another level, "Trove" is employed as a proper name, adding a layer of whimsy and character to interactions, as seen when Trove converses coolly [5] or expresses emotion [6]. Moreover, the word features in legal and historical discussions, highlighting its importance in debates over ownership and state revenues [7, 8]. Across these varied contexts, authors harness "trove" to bridge physical and metaphorical worlds, inviting readers to ponder the multifaceted nature of wealth and discovery.
- They had just found a great treasure-trove.
— from The Return of Sherlock Holmes by Arthur Conan Doyle - He made another discovery of treasure-trove in the library.
— from Martin Eden by Jack London - But to the girls of Greenacres, that ten acre lot represented a treasure trove in the month of August when huckleberries and blueberries were ripe.
— from Kit of Greenacre Farm by Izola L. (Izola Louise) Forrester - The mind takes possession of everything not only on earth, but also in heaven, and immortality is its securest treasure-trove."
— from The Gospel of Buddha, Compiled from Ancient Records by Paul Carus - "I wish to see Miss Vaughn," said Trove, coolly.
— from Darrel of the Blessed Isles by Irving Bacheller - Trove leaned against the breast of Darrel, shaking with emotion.
— from Darrel of the Blessed Isles by Irving Bacheller - "Although the laws of treasure-trove are complicated, I am glad to be able to tell you that in this case—in most cases like yours—finding is keeping."
— from Strange Stories of the Great Valley: The Adventures of a Boy Pioneer by Abbie Johnston Grosvenor - The rights of treasure-trove were those which gave full power to dukes and counts over all minerals found on their properties.
— from Manners, Customs, and Dress During the Middle Ages and During the Renaissance Period by P. L. Jacob
