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CHAPTER 20 -The beasts of Tarzan
In Chapter 20, titled "Jungle Island Again," the narrative returns to the stranded party on Jungle Island, led by Tarzan, struggling for survival. Tarzan emphasizes the construction of a vessel to return to the mainland, a daunting task that causes discord and laziness among the crew, raising Tarzan's concern for Jane's safety with the increasingly unreliable Kincaid's crew. Conversely, on the island's north coast, the mutineers of the schooner Cowrie, under Gust, Momulla, and Kai Shang, plot greedily over…-
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CHAPTER 19 -The beasts of Tarzan
The Last of the "Kincaid" unravels the initial phase of the return voyage to Jungle Island for Tarzan, Jane Clayton, and their entourage, which includes both crew members and the distinctive beasts that have been part of their extraordinary journey. As the day breaks, Tarzan is eager to set sail back home, entrusting the Kincaid under the watchful guidance of its remaining crew, who, reassured by Lord Greystoke's promises of no prosecution for their involvements with prior misdeeds, eagerly prep the ship…-
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CHAPTER 18 -The beasts of Tarzan
In Chapter 18 of "The Beasts of Tarzan," titled "Paulvitch Plots Revenge," the narrative focuses on Alexander Paulvitch's scheming for retribution against Tarzan and Jane. Harbouring a deep-seated vendetta, the Russian plots various means to thwart the couple's escape but struggles with practical execution. Paulvitch's plans are driven by a blend of impractical ideas and a thirst for vengeance that his distorted reasoning fuels, failing to recognize his role in the conflict with Tarzan. Eventually, he…-
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CHAPTER 17 -The beasts of Tarzan
Upon rediscovering the "Kincaid", Mugambi, along with a native woman he unexpectedly encountered, and a horde of fierce beasts, ventured downriver in a commandeered dugout. Their journey was hastened under the cloak of darkness, aiming to reunite the ferocious pack with Tarzan by reaching the vessel where the drama between human and beast would unfurl. However, tensions spiked when Mugambi’s party unexpectedly collided with another canoe, occupied by Rokoff's men, instigating chaos. Shots were fired,…-
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CHAPTER 16 -The beasts of Tarzan
Chapter 16 of "The Beasts of Tarzan" plunges into a thrilling encounter where Tarzan battles for survival against a formidable crocodile. Trapped in the creature's jaws, he does not surrender but fights with all his might, demonstrating his indomitable spirit and strength. Despite his dire situation beneath the water, Tarzan's persistence pays off when his knife finds a weak spot in the crocodile's armor, killing the beast. Freed, but trapped in the dark confines of the crocodile's den beneath the…-
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CHAPTER 15 -The beasts of Tarzan
In Chapter 15 of "The Beasts of Tarzan," Tarzan continues his pursuit down the Ugambi River, tracking Jane and Rokoff. He discovers signs that Jane, despite originally being ahead, is being closely followed by Rokoff. Tarzan advances swiftly, propelled by the alarming realization that Rokoff is nearing Jane. At the river, Tarzan deduces that Jane and Rokoff had departed by canoe. In a rush, and driven by a surge of hope, he sees a canoe with Rokoff at a distance. Tarzan, in a fervent dash to the river,…-
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CHAPTER 14 -The beasts of Tarzan
In Chapter 14 of "The Beasts of Tarzan," Tarzan is led through the jungle by Tambudza, an old woman, towards the camp of the Russian, Rokoff. They move slowly due to Tambudza’s age and rheumatism. Meanwhile, Rokoff learns of Tarzan’s approach through messages from M'ganwazam’s runners and prepares to confront him. Rokoff has already faced a tumultuous day; he discovered Jane Clayton, his captive, had escaped and in his fury, alienated his own camp. His reaction to Jane’s escape and his subsequent…-
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CHAPTER 13 -The beasts of Tarzan
In Chapter 13 of "The Beasts of Tarzan," titled "Escape," Jane Clayton faces a tense standoff with her captor, Rokoff. Rokoff, having found Jane and the child she was protecting in a remote village, mocks her for the effort she made to bring the child, under the erroneous belief the child is hers and Tarzan's. He reveals his cruel plan to turn the child over to the care of M'ganwazam, with the intention of making him a cannibal. Jane, understanding the gravity of her situation, hands over the seemingly…-
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CHAPTER 12 -The beasts of Tarzan
Chapter 12 of "The Beasts of Tarzan" reveals a heart-wrenching episode in the life of Jane Clayton, who, upon regaining consciousness, finds herself in the care of the Swedish sailor Anderssen, mistakenly believing a baby he has is hers. The narrative unfolds with the realization that the child she embraces is not her own, but a victim of circumstance, abandoned in the chaotic world that the villainous Russian, Rokoff, has wrought. Despite this revelation, Jane's maternal instinct prevails, and she accepts…-
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CHAPTER 11 -The beasts of Tarzan
In Chapter 11 of "The Beasts of Tarzan," after burying the loyal Kincaid’s cook, Tarzan relentlessly continues his pursuit of Rokoff, now certain that his wife, Jane, is once again in the Russian's clutches. The jungle presents Tarzan with numerous challenges, including confusing trails and a severe storm that wipes away any tracks left by Rokoff's party. For a week, heavy rains and winds hinder Tarzan's progress, making him feel lost in the jungle for the first time. He worries for Jane and their son,…-
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