The Ruby Sword: A Romance of Baluchistan

"The Ruby Sword: A Romance of Baluchistan" by Bertram Mitford is a historical novel that throws a lone traveler into a desperate fight for survival in the unforgiving lands of Baluchistan. His weary journey takes a violent turn when he's ambushed by ruthless Ghazis, forcing him to use his wits and a well-aimed shot to escape their clutches. As he flees, the story introduces another character, Ernest Aurelius Upward, a government official overseeing the forests, whose path seems destined to cross with the protagonist's amidst the danger and mystery of the region, setting the stage for a suspenseful tale of adventure against the backdrop of clashing cultures and untamed wilderness.