| Author |
Bryden, H. A. (Henry Anderson), 1854-1937 |
| Title |
From Veldt Camp Fires
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 75.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
A secret of the Orange River -- The story of a tusk -- Jan Prinsloo's kloof -- The bushman's fortune -- The conquest of Christina de Klerk -- A Christmas in the veldt -- Their last trek -- The luck of Tobias De la Rey -- The Mahalapsi Diamond -- A tragedy of the veldt -- Queen's service -- A Transvaal morning -- The mystery of Hartebeest Fontein -- Charlie Thilmere's lion.
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| Credits |
Nick Hodson
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| Summary |
"From Veldt Camp Fires" by H. A. Bryden is a collection of narratives that captures the stories and adventures of South African transport riders, penned in the late 19th century. The book delves into various tales, often shared around campfires, detailing encounters with the land's native inhabitants, fierce wildlife, and historical landscapes. It peeks into the rugged lifestyle of transport riders, highlighting their interactions and experiences as they traverse the vast African wilderness. The opening of this work introduces readers to the captivating world of transport riders, who convey their adventures next to their campfires. One night, while sharing a meal at a farmhouse, the narrator engages with two transport riders, who recount their journeys filled with peril and adventure. Their conversation shifts to the little-known Orange River and an extraordinary story about a man named Mowbray, who sought diamonds in an undiscovered valley along its banks. The narrative unfolds as Mowbray's adventures, his near-fatal encounters, and the secrets of wealth hidden within uncharted territories come to light, setting the stage for a gripping exploration of both the land and the nature of human endeavor. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Short stories
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| Subject |
South Africa -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
38168 |
| Release Date |
Nov 29, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 19, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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