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100 1 _aBallantyne, R. M.
_q(Robert Michael),
_d1825-1894
245 1 0 _aHunting the Lions
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2007
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2007-06-07
508 _aProduced by Nick Hodson of London, England
520 _a"Hunting the Lions" by R. M. Ballantyne is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers on the adventures of Tom Brown, a young man driven by an overwhelming desire to hunt lions in Africa, inspired by his roots as the son of a settler at the Cape of Good Hope. The narrative promises a mix of action, exploration, and the romantic allure of the wilderness, showcasing the experiences of young Tom as he embarks on thrilling hunts while encountering both wildlife and local cultures. The opening of the book introduces Tom Brown as the protagonist, outlining his unromantic family background and his longing for adventure. From a turbulent upbringing in South Africa, Tom is eventually sent to England for education but remains fixated on lion hunting. Upon receiving a letter from his father inviting him to join a hunting expedition into the African wilderness, Tom's excitement is palpable, marking the start of his journey. As he prepares to return to Africa, the narrative sets the stage for his adventures, hinting at the fierce encounters with lions and deep connections to the land that await him. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aAfrica -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aAdventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aNatural history -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aHunting -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aLion -- Juvenile fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21739
999 _c62885
_d62885