Author: Ruskin Bond
Publisher: Rupa
Year: 2003
Language: English
Pages: 236
ISBN/UPC (if available): 8129101076
Description
Ruskin Bond dips into his archives and comes up with another exciting anthology. Danger ! Perilous journeys lie ahead…
The human spirit is indomitable. Nowhere is this better illustrated than in these authentic tales of incredible journeys, shipwreck, imprisonment and torture, treasure-hunting, escape from bandits or mutineers, adventures in the Indian jungles, or experiences of the supernatural.
Contents
Introduction
Journey to the Forbidden City
The Wreck of the Strathmore
Rajib Roy: An Episode of the Indian Mutiny
The Khan’s Treasure
The Ordeal of Henry Gouger
Gold Bricks at Badulla
The Perils of a Palki Journey
In a Crystal Ball: A Mussoorie Mystery
A Mysterious Call
Jungle Tales
The Worship of Hudum Deo
Alexander’s Indian Campaign
Ants