02074cam a22003373u 4500 23530 UtSlPG 20260610133536.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PZ Various Adventures in Many Lands Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-11-17 Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Adventures in Many Lands" by Various is a collection of thrilling adventure stories likely written in the late 19th century. The tales feature courageous characters facing wild animals, environmental challenges, and human conflict, each narrative showcasing bravery and resilience in the face of danger. The opening of the book presents a gripping tale titled "A Terrible Adventure with Hyenas," where we are introduced to Arthur Spencer, a renowned trapper in Africa. During a trapping expedition, Spencer becomes separated from his companions and, exhausted, falls asleep. He is then discovered by a pack of hyenas, who initially mistake him for dead and attempt to carry him away. The narrative expertly builds tension as Spencer feigns death to evade the beasts, ultimately providing a dramatic escape that highlights his determination and will to survive. This thrilling premise sets the tone for a collection that promises various captivating escapades across different landscapes. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Short stories Adventure stories Hunting -- Juvenile fiction Gillett, Frank, 1874-1927 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/23530 64582 64582