The Gorilla Hunters

Set in "darkest Africa," this adventure follows Ralph, Peterkin, and Jack from The Coral Island as they embark on a thrilling gorilla hunt. The novel explores themes of missionary work and the impact of Western presence on local cultures. The plot intensifies with the pursuit of a slave trader who threatens the Mbango people, leading to a dramatic confrontation to rescue Makarooroo's kidnapped fiancé. The trio fortifies Jambai's settlement against the trader's attack and finds temporary refuge with another tribe, deepening their journey's complexity.