Ken Ward in the Jungle
Survival in the Untamed Jungle: A Thrilling Adventure Tale by a Pioneer of the American FrontierBy Zane Grey
Length6h 47m
About this audiobook
In "Ken Ward in the Jungle," Zane Grey offers an adventurous tale that intricately weaves elements of exploration and survival against the backdrop of the untamed wilderness. The narrative unfolds through the perspective of the titular character, Ken Ward, a young adventurer embarking on a quest through the jungle, where he encounters wild animals, indigenous tribes, and the challenges of a treacherous environment. Grey's prose is marked by vivid imagery and a sense of immediacy, reflecting his own experiences in nature and his fascination with the American West and exotic locales, a hallmark of his literary style that consistently emphasizes the raw beauty and peril of the natural world. Zane Grey, a passionate outdoorsman and a keen observer of nature, authored this work during the early 20th century when America was experiencing a burgeoning interest in adventure literature and wilderness exploration. His personal experiences as a fisherman and hunter, coupled with his extensive travels, provided him deep insights into the psychological and physical challenges faced by those in the wild, enabling him to create authentic and compelling narratives that resonate with readers even today. This novel is highly recommended for enthusiasts of adventure fiction and those who relish tales of exploration filled with danger and discovery. Grey's masterful storytelling not only captivates but also invites readers to appreciate the intricate relationship between humanity and nature, making "Ken Ward in the Jungle" a timeless piece for anyone seeking thrills in literature.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.9 (250)
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GenreAction and Adventure, Literary Classics
Length6 hrs 47 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 9, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
13XII. Catching Strange Fish
2I. The Prize
14XIII. A Turkey-hunt
3II. The Home of the Tarpon
15XIV. A Fight with a Jaguar
4III. An Indian Boatman
16XV. The Vicious Garrapatoes
5IV. At the Jungle River
17XVI. Field Work of a Naturalist
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6V. The First Camp
18XVII. A Mixed-up Tiger-hunt
7VI. Wilderness Life
19XVIII. Watching a Runway
8VII. Running the Rapids
20XIX. Adventures with Crocodiles
9VIII. The First Tiger-cat
21XX. Treed by Wild Pigs
10IX. In the White Water
22XXI. The Leaping Tarpon
11X. Lost!
23XXII. Stricken Down
12XI. An Army of Snakes
24XXIII. Out of the Jungle
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