The Beasts of Tarzan

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Title

The Beasts of Tarzan

Language

en

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In this gripping jungle adventure, legendary hero Tarzan allies with wild beasts to rescue his kidnapped wife and son from the clutches of the ruthless Nikolas Rokoff. Blending betrayal, survival, and revenge, this fast-paced tale of action and suspense follows the ape-man's perilous journey through the African wilds to restore his family and exact justice upon his arch-enemy.

Summary up to 500 words

In Edgar Rice Burroughs' *The Beasts of Tarzan*, Lord Greystoke (Tarzan) faces a harrowing crisis following the escape of his arch-enemy, Nikolas Rokoff, from a French prison. Fearing for his wife Jane and infant son Jack, Tarzan receives a mysterious call from a stranger claiming to know the kidnapping plot. The stranger leads Tarzan to a steamer where the child is hidden, but Tarzan discovers the guide is the treacherous Alexis Paulvitch, a former confederate who has betrayed them. Trapped below decks with a dying Swedish cook, Tarzan must rely on his wits and the loyalty of his animal allies, including the panther Sheeta, to escape. They rescue the child but are forced to flee the vessel, pursuing Rokoff into the dense African jungle. Lost during a torrential storm, Tarzan eventually reaches a native village. Initially feared as a 'white devil' due to Rokoff's superstitious propaganda, he gains the trust of the villagers through diplomacy and the intervention of a sympathetic woman named Tambudza. Learning that Rokoff is retreating toward the coast, the narrative shifts to a maritime rescue. Tarzan and his animal companions board the ship carrying Jane and the child, engaging in a brutal battle against Rokoff's mutinous crew. With the help of the apes of Akut, they eliminate the villains and save Jane. The story concludes with the family's reunion in London and the death of Rokoff. The infant is returned safely, while the fate of the treacherous Paulvitch remains uncertain in the wilds. The novel explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the enduring bond between man and beast, showcasing Tarzan's chivalry even when faced with cowardly enemies who strike at him through those he loves.

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• Adventure
• Fiction