"The Ivory Trail" by Talbot Mundy is an adventure novel set in the early 20th century, depicting the journey of Monty and his group as they chase a legendary ivory treasure associated with the infamous slave trader, Tippoo Tib, while dealing with colonial issues and their own desires in Zanzibar and other places. Opening with Monty, a financially struggling cavalry officer who unexpectedly becomes an Earl, the story quickly throws him and his companions into a sea voyage that ends with them quarantined in Zanzibar. Here, tales of hidden ivory wealth spark their ambition, leading them to meet fascinating characters, including an enigmatic old man who might hold the key to the treasure's location. With a blend of mystery, wit, and the lure of the unknown, they start their quest for hints that could send them on an extraordinary expedition into the African interior.
The Ivory Trail
By Talbot Mundy
When a newly titled Earl and his companions find themselves quarantined far from home, they embark on a thrilling and dangerous hunt for a legendary fortune hidden in the heart of Africa.
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Talbot Mundy was an English writer of adventure fiction. Based for most of his life in the United States, he also wrote under the pseudonym of Walter Galt. Best known as the author of King of the Khyber Rifles and the Jimgrim series, much of his work was published in pulp magazines.
Talbot Mundy was an English writer of adventure fiction. Based for most of his life in the United States, he also wrote under the pseudonym of Walter Galt. Best known as the author of King of the Khyber Rifles and the Jimgrim series, much of his work was published in pulp magazines.
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