The Ruby Sword: A Romance of Baluchistan by Bertram Mitford
"The Ruby Sword: A Romance of Baluchistan" by Bertram Mitford is a historical novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story is set against the rugged landscape of Baluchistan and centers around the harrowing experiences of a wayfarer whose journey is abruptly interrupted by an attack from a group of fierce tribesmen known as Ghazis. The tension between civilization and the wild, untamed nature of the region is palpable, presentinga backdrop for themes of adventure, danger, and survival. At the start of the novel, the protagonist, a weary traveler, struggles against the desolate terrain of Baluchistan while singing to lift his spirits. His solitude is soon shattered when he encounters a group of menacing Ghazis who attack him as he attempts to flee. Utilizing his quick thinking, he manages to shoot one of them, which then elevates the urgency of his escape. Simultaneously, a parallel story featuring Ernest Aurelius Upward, an official in charge of the government forests, hints at a deeper narrative that intertwines with the protagonist's plight as events unfold in this harsh and mysterious land. The opening establishes a tone of suspense and sets the stage for the intertwining lives of the characters against the formidable challenges posed by their environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Mitford, Bertram, 1855-1914 |
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| Illustrator | Piffard, Harold, 1867-1938 |
| Title | The Ruby Sword: A Romance of Baluchistan |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Treasure troves -- Fiction |
| Subject | Adventure stories, English |
| Subject | British -- Baluchistan -- Fiction |
| Subject | Baluchistan -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 36606 |
| Release Date | Jul 3, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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