Dead Man's Land: Being the Voyage to Zimbambangwe of certain and uncertain blacks and whites: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Dead Man's Land: Being the Voyage to Zimbambangwe of certain and uncertain blacks and whites: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Dead Man's Land: Being the Voyage to Zimbambangwe of certain and uncertain blacks and whites is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Fenn, George Manville (1831–1909).
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"Dead Man's Land" by George Manville Fenn is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows two teenage boys, cousins Mark and Dean, along with their father and a family tutor, as they embark on an adventurous journey from England to Africa. Throughout their travels, they experience a mix of challenges and discoveries, including encounters with wild animals and the harsh realities of life in a foreign land. The opening of the novel introduces the main characters and sets the stage for their impending expedition. In a lively exchange among the characters, we see their personalities emerge, particularly through humor and familial bonding. They discuss their plans and expectations about the adventure ahead, including potential dangers. The scene builds anticipation as they prepare to leave their comfortable lives in England for the unknown, foreshadowing both the excitement and the trials they will encounter in the wilds of Africa.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Dead Man's Land: Being the Voyage to Zimbambangwe of certain and uncertain blacks and whites
- Author credits: Fenn, George Manville (1831–1909)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Africa -- Fiction
- Hunting stories
- Travel -- Fiction
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- Animals-Wild-Trapping
- Category: Adventure
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Novels
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