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African Queen - by C S Forester (Paperback) - 1 of 1

African Queen - by C S Forester (Paperback)

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Highlights

  • First published in 1935, C.S. Forester's classic romantic adventure is a tale of opposites attracted.
  • Author(s): C S Forester
  • 256 Pages
  • Fiction + Literature Genres, Classics

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"First published in 1935, C.S. Forester's classic romantic adventure is a tale of opposites attracted. Allnut and Rose, a disreputable Cockney and an English spinster missionary, wend their way down a river in Central Africa in a rickety, asthmatic steam launch, and are gradually joined together in a mission of retaliation against the Germans.Fighting time, heat, malaria and bullets, the two have a dramatic rapprochement before the explosive ending of the book. This tale of unlikely love is thrilling and funny and ultimately satisfying."--



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First published in 1935, C.S. Forester's classic romantic adventure is a tale of opposites attracted. Allnut and Rose, a disreputable Cockney and an English spinster missionary, wend their way down a river in Central Africa in a rickety, asthmatic steam launch, and are gradually joined together in a mission of retaliation against the Germans. Fighting time, heat, malaria and bullets, the two have a dramatic rapprochement before the explosive ending of the book. This tale of unlikely love is thrilling and funny and ultimately satisfying.
Dimensions (Overall): 8.26 Inches (H) x 5.51 Inches (W) x .71 Inches (D)
Weight: .53 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 256
Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres
Sub-Genre: Classics
Publisher: Back Bay Books
Format: Paperback
Author: C S Forester
Language: English
Street Date: June 30, 1984
TCIN: 81582739
UPC: 9780316289108
Item Number (DPCI): 247-12-9607
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship weight: 0.53 pounds
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Q: In what setting does the adventure take place?

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  • A: The adventure unfolds along a river in Central Africa, featuring a steam launch as the main mode of transport.

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Q: What kind of challenges do the characters face?

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  • A: They face numerous challenges, including time constraints, heat, malaria, and hostile adversaries.

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Q: When was this book originally published?

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  • A: This book was originally published in 1935, marking it as a lasting classic in literature.

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Q: What is the main theme of the book?

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  • A: The main theme revolves around opposites attracting, showcasing an unlikely romance in a challenging setting.

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Q: Who are the central characters in the story?

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  • A: The central characters are Allnut, a Cockney, and Rose, an English spinster missionary.

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