Off to the Wilds: Being the Adventures of Two Brothers
Brothers in the Untamed Wilds: A Classic Adventure TaleBy George Manville Fenn
Length10h 43m
About this audiobook
In "Off to the Wilds: Being the Adventures of Two Brothers," George Manville Fenn embarks on a vivid exploration of adventure and resilience through the eyes of two brothers as they navigate the challenges of the untamed wilderness. Fenn's prose is characterized by its vivid imagery and engaging narrative style, which captures the spirit of 19th-century adventure fiction. The novel deftly intertwines themes of brotherhood, survival, and the quest for identity, all within a rich context reflective of the era's fascination with exploration and the natural world, echoing the sentiments of contemporaries such as R.L. Stevenson and H.G. Wells. George Manville Fenn, a prolific Victorian author known for his tales of adventure and exploration, draws upon his experiences as a writer and educator in crafting this engaging narrative. Fenn's deep connection to nature and his awe for the great outdoors culminate in a work that not only entertains but also enlightens, showcasing his belief in the importance of personal growth through adversity. His background in the publication of children's literature further informs the novel's accessibility and moral undertones. "Off to the Wilds" is highly recommended for readers of all ages who cherish tales of courage and exploration. Fenn'Äôs captivating storytelling invites readers into an uncharted world, where they will not only enjoy the thrills of adventure but also reflect on the value of kinship and the enduring human spirit. This book remains a timeless addition to any literary collection.
Audiobook details
GenreChildren's Literature
Length10 hrs 43 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 22, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
27Nearly a Waggon-Wreck.
2George Manville Fenn
28How Dinny heard a Lion wid a Bad Cowld.
3Coffee and Chicory, but not for Breakfast.
29Marked down by Vultures.
4Why they went away.
30The Visit to the Black King.
5Preparations for the Journey.
31The General is Overcome by Gin—a Trap.
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6Inspanning for the Trip.
32The King’s Hunting-Party.
7A Taste of Something to come.
33A Row up Stream, and a Run down.
8A False Alarm.
34Warm Work in the Wilds.
9How the Boys found it was not Easy to Shoot.
35The Tables Turned.
10How Nature was Stronger than Training.
36How the Waggon was put Straight.
11An Awful Ford to Cross.
37How Dinny handled his Gun.
12A Glorious Sight for a Hunter.
38Dinny relates his Adventure.
13Getting into Work.
39Dick tries the Vegetable Fish-Hooks.
14A Buffalo Run.
40Father shoots a Giraffe.
15“Oomph! Oomph! Oomph!”
41How Dick captured four Yards of Animal.
16Tracked by an Enemy.
42Onward to Wonderland.
17Good Practice for Gunners.
43Onward from Wonderland.
18How the Little Gintlemen interfered wid Dinny.
44A Quarrel between two Enemies.
19Jack Rogers goes to Sleep.
45Dinny in “Throuble” again.
20The Capture of a Cat.
46Elephants in Sight.
21First Sight of Ostrich.
47A Flight from a Fly.
22Drumsticks and Lions.
48The Bay runs his Last Race.
23A Lesson in Ostrich Hunting.
49How Dinny was lost Underground.
24Look before you step: ’Ware Snakes.
50The Last Adventure.
25An Interference with Washing, and the Result.
51The End.
26Jack Rogers and the Runaway Herds.
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