An ivory trader in North Kenia : $b the record of an expedition through Kikuyu to Galla-land in east equatorial Africa; with an account of the Rendili and Burkeneji tribes

"An Ivory Trader in North Kenia" by A. Arkell-Hardwick is a recounting of an early 1900s journey across East Equatorial Africa, motivated by the ivory trade. The story follows the author and his group, including a character called "El Hakim", as they navigate the land and meet the Kikuyu, Rendili, and Burkeneji people. The book shares the trials and encounters of the expedition, highlighting the land and customs of the tribes they meet. Starting with the planning stages, it describes choosing porters and collecting what they need while also talking about possible dangers from the local tribes, showing how tough and risky these trips were back then as the author deals with getting things ready and makes light of his porters' strange ways to set the tone for upcoming adventures.