I have been eternally curious about the non Sherlock Holmes works of Arthur Conan Doyle and finally got around to reading this, the first in his Professor Challenger series of books.
What an enjoyable romp in the jungle it was, a fun and enjoyable reading, following the party on their exploration of the new undiscovered lands. There was lots to take in and enjoy and it was enjoyable, especially as I went in blind not knowing the plot or being familiar with the adaptations. The scientific nature of the book and some attitudes and words to describe the minorities are of its time. I do find the Professors to be a pair of pricks though.
I would be curious to eventually read the rest of the series once I am able to source copies of the books. I do think it is a book I will enjoy reading again.
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