# Greed and Obsession in Blind Corner

> Theme guide for Blind Corner by Dornford Yates.

The treasure of Wagensburg drives characters to murder, betrayal, and relentless pursuit, showing how greed corrupts and consumes all who seek it.

## Where it surfaces

- [I: The Well-Digger’s Statement](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/blind_corner_se/chapters/i-the-well-digger-s-statement): The treasure at Wagensburg drives the plot, with Ellis's obsession and the partners' desire for wealth.
- [II: The Way to Wagensburg](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/blind_corner_se/chapters/ii-the-way-to-wagensburg): The power of the hidden treasure drives Ellis and his gang to desperate measures, reflecting greed's influence.
- [III: The Battle with the Springs](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/blind_corner_se/chapters/iii-the-battle-with-the-springs): Ellis's greed drives him to pursue the treasure, while Mansel's obsession with winning the race leads to risky maneuvers.
- [VI: Tester Gives Tongue](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/blind_corner_se/chapters/vi-tester-gives-tongue): The thieves' relentless pursuit of treasure, despite Mansel's mockery of their futile efforts.
- [VIII: The Race for the Chamber](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/blind_corner_se/chapters/viii-the-race-for-the-chamber): The relentless pursuit of treasure drives the characters to work through exhaustion and risk, showing how obsession can consume them.
- [IX: Out of the Eater](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/blind_corner_se/chapters/ix-out-of-the-eater): The treasure's allure drives the characters to risk their lives and engage in dangerous deceptions, reflecting the theme's presence.

## Links

- HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/blind_corner_se/themes/greed_and_obsession
- Themes index: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/blind_corner_se/themes