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Dick Sands

The Dark Continent

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Set against the backdrop of the 1878 slave trade, this tale immerses readers in the wilds of Africa, showcasing thrilling adventures and perilous encounters. The narrative explores the brutal realities of hunting both animals and humans, capturing the dangers faced by the characters. Renowned for its vivid depiction of the African landscape and gripping storyline, it remains a cherished work among Jules Verne's fans.

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Dick Sands, Jules Verne

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Released
2002
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4.4
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12156 Ratings

The story is already well known, it's great! The book by itself is very well prepared with great illustrations by Zdeněk Burian. Very good print quality. Illustrated endpapers. A map and layout of the brig on the endpapers.

Subtitle
The Dark Continent
Language
English
Released
2002
Format
Paperback
Pages
144
ISBN13
9781410100306
Series
First published
1878
Original title
Un capitaine de quinze ans
Rating
4.35 out of 5
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Set against the backdrop of the 1878 slave trade, this tale immerses readers in the wilds of Africa, showcasing thrilling adventures and perilous encounters. The narrative explores the brutal realities of hunting both animals and humans, capturing the dangers faced by the characters. Renowned for its vivid depiction of the African landscape and gripping storyline, it remains a cherished work among Jules Verne's fans.