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_aStacpoole, H. De Vere _q(Henry De Vere), _d1863-1951 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Story of Gombi |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2022 |
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| 490 | 1 | _aProduced from the February 7, 1922 issue of The Popular Magazine. | |
| 500 | _aRelease date is 2022-02-26 | ||
| 508 | _aRoger Frank. | ||
| 520 | _a"The Story of Gombi" by H. De Vere Stacpoole is a narrative that blends adventure and humor, likely written during the early 20th century. This novella recounts the experiences of Patrick Spence, an old Anglo-Irish big-game hunter, who reflects on his extravagant collection of trophies and the remarkable events in Africa involving a peculiar encounter with a small Pygmy named Gombi. The central theme revolves around the complexities of human-animal relationships and the unexpected dangers that emerge from seemingly innocent interactions. The story begins with Patrick Spence narrating his last days at his ancestral home, establishing a humorous and reflective tone. This shifts to his past adventures in Africa, where he embarks on a big-game hunt alongside his companion Tellemark. They encounter an elephant, which leads to the discovery of Gombi, a curious and resourceful Pygmy. Initially, Gombi aids them in locating elephants to hunt, but the narrative takes a dark turn when it becomes apparent that Gombi has ulterior motives, ultimately leading to a harrowing experience in the wilderness as they become lost and hunted. The story culminates in a mix of suspense and comedy, showcasing the unpredictability of nature and the folly of human assumptions about other cultures, while ultimately highlighting Spence's character and reflections on his eclectic collection of trophies. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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_pOriginally published: _cUnited States: Street & Smith Corporation, 1922 |
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| 653 | _aShort stories | ||
| 653 | _aStorytelling -- Fiction | ||
| 653 | _aHunting stories | ||
| 653 | _aBritish -- South Africa -- Fiction | ||
| 830 | 0 | _aProduced from the February 7, 1922 issue of The Popular Magazine. | |
| 856 | 4 | 0 | _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/67506 |
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