The Young Yagers Or A Narrative Of Hunting Adventures In Southern Africa

by Thomas Mayne Reid, Harvey (Illustrator)

The Young Yagers is a thrilling adventure novel written by Captain Mayne Reid. Set in Southern Africa, the book follows the story of two young brothers, Percy and Peter, who embark on a dangerous hunting expedition in the wilds of Africa. The boys are accompanied by their father, a skilled hunter, and a group of experienced guides. Together, they face a series of challenges, including fierce wild animals, hostile tribes, and treacherous terrain.As they journey deeper into the wilderness, the boys learn valuable lessons about survival, courage, and the importance of teamwork. Along the way, they encounter a variety of exotic creatures, such as lions, elephants, and giraffes, and learn about the customs and traditions of the local tribes.The Young Yagers is a fast-paced adventure story that will captivate readers of all ages. With its vivid descriptions of Africa's stunning landscapes and its thrilling action sequences, the book is a must-read for anyone who loves adventure and excitement. Whether you are a fan of classic adventure novels or simply looking for an exciting new read, The Young Yagers is sure to deliver.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Genres: Adventure

Paperback

First published May 1, 2006

About the author

"Captain" Reid wrote many adventure novels akin to those written by Frederick Marryat and Robert Louis Stevenson. He was a great admirer of Lord Byron. These novels contain action that takes place primarily in untamed settings: the American West, Mexico, South Africa, the Himalayas, and Jamaica.

Reviews

[Gordo · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fine adventure

This book was originally released in 1850. Many of the terms used are quite archaic and in the Boer of South Africa language. The words which flora and fauna are described was foreign to me and I was constantly looking up to see what animal was being described. For instance camelopard is a giraffe. The only other thing to keep in mind is this is fiction. Not all narrative is believable. Then again how much of the crap put out by Hollywood is believable? The entertainment value is there and gives you a glimpse into an archaic writing style that is no longer seen.