The People of the Mist

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Set against the backdrop of Africa, the narrative follows Leonard Outram, an English explorer seeking fortune and romance. Alongside his Zulu companion Otter, he rescues Juanna Rodd and her nursemaid from slavery, sparking a complicated romance complicated by Soa's jealousy. Their quest leads them to the enigmatic People of the Mist, embroiled in a power struggle between their king and the priests of a giant crocodile god. The adventure culminates in a thrilling escape down a glacier, highlighting themes of love, loyalty, and survival amidst political intrigue.