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Guy in the Jungle; Or, A Boy's Adventure in the Wilds of AfricaWilliam Murray Graydon

Guy in the Jungle; Or, A Boy's Adventure in the Wilds of Africa

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Original author: William Murray Graydon

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"Guy in the Jungle; Or, A Boy's Adventure in the Wilds of Africa" by William Murray Graydon is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around a young man named Captain Guy Chutney, who embarks on an unexpected adventure after receiving a commission from the British Colonial Office. His journey takes him from the foggy streets of London to the tumultuous landscapes of Africa, where a series of perilous situations await him. The opening of the story introduces us to Captain Guy Chutney, who is troubled by a change of plans that disrupts his day. Upon receiving an urgent letter from the Colonial Office, he finds himself tasked with delivering important despatches in the volatile Somali region. As he begins his journey, he encounters various challenges, including a robbery that leaves him in a precarious situation. His dashed hopes for a seamless trip swiftly turn into a thrilling adventure as he navigates the complexities of foreign lands, grapples with treacherous foes, and witnesses the impending conflict involving the British garrison. The stage is set for a gripping tale of bravery, intrigue, and survival in the wilds of Africa.

Guy in the Jungle; Or, A Boy's Adventure in the Wilds of Africa, by William Murray Graydon. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #32329.

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40 Chapters

  1. 1.Prologue797 words
  2. 2.Chapter I: The Stolen Despatches1,375 words
  3. 3.Chapter II: A Strange Meeting1,433 words
  4. 4.Chapter III: The Arab's Warning1,426 words
  5. 5.Chapter IV: The Alarm1,664 words
  6. 6.Chapter V: The Night on the Roof1,301 words
  7. 7.Chapter VI: A Fate Worse Than Death1,341 words
  8. 8.Chapter VII: Sold Into Slavery1,239 words
  9. 9.Chapter VIII: The Separation1,145 words
  10. 10.Chapter IX: A Close Shave1,311 words
  11. 11.Chapter X: The Slave Prison1,531 words
  12. 12.Chapter XI: Canaris Unfolds a Tale1,464 words
  13. 13.Chapter XII: A Daring Move1,585 words
  14. 14.Chapter XIII: The Flight Through the Town1,499 words
  15. 15.Chapter XIV: Over the Walls1,453 words
  16. 16.Chapter XV: The Pursuit1,412 words
  17. 17.Chapter XVI: Besieged1,399 words
  18. 18.Chapter XVII: A Close Shave1,371 words
  19. 19.Chapter XVIII: The Underground River1,497 words
  20. 20.Chapter XIX: A Daring Expedition1,517 words
  1. 21.Chapter XX: By a Hair's Breadth1,487 words
  2. 22.Chapter XXI: Cut Off From the Outer World1,526 words
  3. 23.Chapter XXII: An Unwelcome Visitor1,482 words
  4. 24.Chapter XXIII: A Wonderful Escape1,401 words
  5. 25.Chapter XXIV: Sir Arthur Wakes at the Right Time1,406 words
  6. 26.Chapter XXV: The Journey on the Lake1,476 words
  7. 27.Chapter XXVI: The Isle of Skeletons1,544 words
  8. 28.Chapter XXVII: All Hope Vanishes1,558 words
  9. 29.Chapter XXVIII: A Desperate Fight1,388 words
  10. 30.Chapter XXIX: Guy Saves Sir Arthur1,487 words
  11. 31.Chapter XXX: A Strange Discovery1,507 words
  12. 32.Chapter XXXI: A Terrible Blunder1,452 words
  13. 33.Chapter XXXII: Good-By to the Lake1,521 words
  14. 34.Chapter XXXIII: A Terrible Ride1,477 words
  15. 35.Chapter XXXIV: More Misery1,537 words
  16. 36.Chapter XXXV: Bildad Drinks New Life1,573 words
  17. 37.Chapter XXXVI: Bildad Turns Cannibal1,512 words
  18. 38.Chapter XXXVII: The End of the Cavern1,608 words
  19. 39.Chapter XXXVIII: Captain Becker Loses a Wager1,288 words
  20. 40.Conclusion9,035 words