The Gorilla Hunters: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Gorilla Hunters is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael) (1825–1894).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Gorilla Hunters" by R. M. Ballantyne is a boys' adventure novel published in 1861. A sequel to "The Coral Island", it follows Ralph, Peterkin, and Jack as they venture into Africa to hunt the recently discovered gorilla. Their expedition involves dangerous wildlife encounters, tribal politics, and a confrontation with slave traders. The novel explores Victorian debates about evolution, missionary work, and Western attitudes toward Africa, while delivering action-packed hunting adventures and dramatic rescues in the African wilderness.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Gorilla Hunters
- Author credits: Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael) (1825–1894)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
- Africa -- Juvenile fiction
- Animals -- Juvenile fiction
- Big game hunting -- Juvenile fiction
- Gorilla -- Juvenile fiction
- Natural history -- Juvenile fiction
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: Novels
- Children's Fiction
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