King Mombo (1902)

By Paul Belloni du Chaillu

Book Overview

King Mombo is a historical novel written by Paul Belloni Du Chaillu and published in 1902. The story is set in the African kingdom of Mombo, where the king is faced with a series of challenges that threaten to destabilize his reign. The novel follows the king's efforts to maintain order and protect his people from external threats, including rival tribes and European colonizers.As the story unfolds, readers are introduced to a cast of colorful characters, including the king's advisors, warriors, and family members. Through their interactions, the novel explores themes of power, loyalty, and tradition. The story also sheds light on the complex relationships between African kingdoms and European powers during the late 19th century.Overall, King Mombo is a compelling tale of political intrigue and cultural conflict set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing continent. It offers a unique perspective on African history and the challenges faced by indigenous rulers during a time of great upheaval.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437103847
• ISBN13: 9781437103847
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"