Release date is 2023-07-08

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"Lord Lister No. 0024: De heilige schat van den Siwa" by Matull and Blankensee is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows Lord Lister, a confident English adventurer, and his friend Charly as they navigate perilous situations in India, fighting against dangerous creatures like tigers and uncovering hidden treasures from ancient cultures. Their courageous encounters reveal themes of bravery, friendship, and a clash of cultures. The opening of the narrative introduces readers to a thrilling confrontation in the wilderness, where two Englishmen, Lord Lister and Charly, engage in a perilous hunt against a tiger that has been terrorizing a local villager's flock of sheep. After an exciting battle involving a snake and both tigers, the pair demonstrates their gallantry and marks the beginning of their adventures. As they settle back in their lodging, the characters discuss a significant treasure linked to a local regent, which sets the stage for further exploration and danger ahead. The atmosphere is charged with tension and excitement, immediately immersing readers in the gripping tale that blends adventure with cultural intrigue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Originally published: Netherlands: Roman- Boek- en Kunsthandel, 1910