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  • Mister Johnson

    by Joyce Cary ...
    The adventures and misadventures of a young Nigerian negro in the British colonial civil service.A temporary clerk, still on probation, Mr Johnson has been in Fada, Nigeria, for six months and is already much in debt. Undaunted, he entertains on the grandest scale, with drums and smuggled gin. Not only that, he intends to pay a small fortune for his wife... ... Read more

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  • The Keepers of the King's Peace

    by Edgar Wallace ...
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  • Bones Of The River

    by Edgar Wallace ...
    Series Book 4 - Bones
    'Taking the little paper from the pigeon's leg, Hamilton saw it was from Sanders and marked URGENT. Send Bones instantly to Lujamalababa... Arrest and bring to head-quarters the witch doctor.'It is a time when the world's most powerful nations are vying for colonial honour, a time of trading steamers and tribal chiefs. In the mysterious African territories administered by Commissioner Sanders, ... Read more

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  • Sanders

    by Edgar Wallace ...
    Series Book 7 - Commissioner Sanders
    Employing his unique style of innocent and endearing humour, Bones has written to the newspapers The Surrey Star and The Middlesex Plain Dealer inviting the Foreign Secretary to pay a visit to the African territories which they administer. It is against the regulations and his boss Hamilton is furious. While world powers vie for colonial honours, Sanders and his assistants attempt to administer an ... Read more

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  • Samba: A Story of the Rubber Slaves of the Congo

    The novel "Samba" is set in the Congo during the era of European colonialism and focuses on the exploitation of native Africans in the rubber industry. The storyline follows the protagonist, Samba, who likely becomes a symbol of resistance against the harsh conditions imposed upon the rubber slaves. The narrative explores themes of oppression, colonialism, and the struggle for freedom and justice ... Read more

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  • A Brush With The Chinese.

    by G. A. Henty ...
    Series series Classics To Go
    This is one of G.A. Henty's classic tales. "It was early in December that H. M. S. Perseus was cruising off the mouth of the Canton River. War had been declared with China in consequence of her continued evasions of the treaty she had made with us, and it was expected that a strong naval force would soon gather to bring her to reason. In the meantime the ships on the station had a busy time of it, ... Read more

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  • The Outspan Tales of South Africa

    The term "outspan" refers to a place where wagons stop to rest or unload, typically during long journeys or when traveling through the countryside. In the context of Fitzpatrick's stories, "The Outspan Tales" likely explores various aspects of South African life, culture, and landscapes through a series of narrative vignettes.Fitzpatrick's writing is characterized by its rich descriptions, ... Read more

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  • Long Odds

    Series series Classics To Go
    Sir Henry Rider Haggard was an English writer of adventure novels set in exotic locations, predominantly Africa, and the creator of the Lost World literary genre. His stories, situated at the lighter end of the scale of Victorian literature, continue to be popular and influential. He was also involved in agricultural reform and improvement in the British Empire. Another short story about Allan ... Read more

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  • A Brush with the Chinese and What Came of it

    by G. A. Henty ...
    It was early in December that H.M.S. Perseus was cruising off the mouth of the Canton River. War had been declared with China in consequence of her continued evasions of the treaty she had made with us, and it was expected that a strong naval force would soon gather to bring her to reason. In the meantime the ships on the station had a busy time of it, chasing the enemy's junks when they ventured ... Read more

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  • In A New World or Among The Gold Fields Of Australia

    In "In a New World," Alger likely tells the story of a young protagonist who embarks on a journey to the gold fields of Australia in search of fortune and adventure. The title suggests that the narrative is set in a new and unfamiliar environment, where the protagonist faces the challenges and opportunities of life in the gold rush era.The plot of the novel may revolve around the protagonist's ... Read more

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  • Begumbagh: A Tale of the Indian Mutiny

    Enriched edition. Chaos and Struggle: A Historical Tale of Rebellion in British India

    In "Begumbagh: A Tale of the Indian Mutiny," George Manville Fenn delivers a compelling narrative that intertwines adventure, romance, and historical intricacies against the backdrop of a pivotal moment in British-Indian relations. Written in a vivid and engaging prose, Fenn's novel not only reflects the chaotic atmosphere of the 1857 uprising but also offers insight into the socio-political ... Read more

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  • Begumbah: a Tale of the Indian Mutiny, and Three Other Short Stories

    According to Wikipedia: "George Manville Fenn (January 3, 1831, Pimlico - August 26, 1909, Isleworth) was a British writer. He worked as a teacher in Lincolnshire, until he became printer, editor and publisher of various magazines. He had eight children with his wife Susanna Leake, whom he had married in 1855. Most of his work consists of adventure stories for young readers, featuring Explorers, ... Read more

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