Ken Ward in the Jungle

"Ken Ward in the Jungle" by Zane Grey is a tale of adventure, tracking the experiences of Ken Ward, a youthful and ambitious forester, and his brother Hal as they venture into the Mexican jungle. Driven by dreams of exploration and a desire to impress his uncle, Ken hopes their naturalist fieldwork along the Santa Rosa River will pave the path for a future expedition to Africa. The story begins with the brothers traveling by train from the Arizona desert heading south towards Mexico. Ken and Hal are full of anticipation, eager for the unknown challenges and discoveries that await them in the untamed wilderness. As they arrive, the brothers meet with locals and begin to put the pieces together to map out the river, and begin their adventure.