Jasper Lyle

audiobook

Jasper Lyle

by Mrs. Ward

EN·~13 hours

Chapters

Description

Set against the sweeping savannahs, mist‑clad mountains and stark deserts of Kafirland, two British officers and their quick‑witted bush guide embark on a hunting expedition far beyond the familiar borders of the Orange River. Their journey is a vivid portrait of colonial Africa, where the beauty of verdant valleys can flip in an instant to the relentless fury of a thunderstorm that forces them to seek refuge among ancient stones.

Through lyrical description and crisp dialogue, the narrative captures the clash of cultures, the awe of untamed wilderness, and the uneasy camaraderie that forms under the looming clouds. Listeners will be drawn into the raw, sensory world of the travelers—feeling the heat, hearing the distant calls of asphogels, and sharing the palpable tension as the storm rolls in, setting the stage for an adventure that tests both character and resolve.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~13 hours (772K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England

Release date

2011-02-17

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

MW

Mrs. Ward

1808–1873

Best known for vivid fiction and travel writing shaped by years spent in South Africa, this 19th-century author brought colonial life, military society, and domestic drama to a broad Victorian readership. Her work moved between novels, memoir, and firsthand reporting, giving it both storytelling energy and a strong sense of place.

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