Rideout, Henry Milner 1877-1927 creator Brett, Harold 1880-1955 text utu 2003 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Dragon's Blood" by Henry Milner Rideout is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in a rich, atmospheric setting, focusing on themes of adventure and romance as a young German clerk, Rudolph Hackh, navigates his way through the complexities of a foreign land and his nascent feelings for an intriguing Englishwoman, Miss Forrester. The opening of the book introduces us to Rudolph, who is traveling aboard a mail-boat to China, filled with both excitement and homesickness. As the ship moves through the Red Sea and toward its destination, he encounters a vibrant mix of cultures and personalities, which leaves him feeling both curious and overwhelmed. When he first notices Miss Forrester, a charming woman traveling alone, he becomes smitten, leading to a series of engaging interactions where he grapples with his self-perceptions and romantic aspirations. As the story progresses, we get a sense of the burgeoning tension between East and West, as well as the personal conflicts Rudolph experiences, setting the stage for his evolution amid intense cultural contrasts and emotional trials. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2003-11-01 Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Sjaani and PG Distributed Proofreaders Original publication data not identified Europeans -- China -- Fiction PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10321 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10321 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133241.0 10321