"The Ivory Trail" is an enthralling adventure novel written by Talbot Mundy that transports readers to the exotic landscapes of Africa and the mysteries of the Ivory Coast. Set in the early 20th century, the story follows the courageous and enigmatic adventurer, King, as he embarks on a perilous journey in search of legendary treasures and hidden truths. King, a man of mysterious origins and exceptional skills, finds himself drawn into a world of ancient African kingdoms, treacherous warlords, and the allure of ivory trade. Guided by his own code of honor and guided by the wisdom of African mystics, King navigates through dangerous jungles, encounters dangerous animals, and faces treacherous foes, all in his quest for the truth and the mythical Ivory Trail. As King's journey unfolds, he encounters a diverse cast of characters, each with their own motives and agendas. From fellow adventurers to native tribespeople, from cunning traders to ruthless mercenaries, the rich tapestry of personalities adds depth and complexity to the narrative.
An English author of adventure fiction, Talbot Mundy (born William Lancaster Gribbon, 23 April 1879 – 5 August 1940) was born in London. Walter Galt was the pen name he used while he wrote. His books King of the Khyber Rifles and The Winds of the World are his best-known works. Without any qualifications, Mundy dropped out of Rugby School and relocated to Germany with his beloved fox terrier in search of a job as a van-truck driver. Throughout his life, Mundy was married five times. He was a loving and forgiving stepfather to Dick Ames, the son of his fourth wife, despite the fact that he had lost his own biological child through stillbirth. He never created a written outline for his stories before he actually wrote them. Mundy normally got up around three or four in the morning and worked seven hours a day, six days a week. He enjoyed beginning each chapter of his novels with a proverb or verse. Throughout his life, he smoked a lot of cigarettes—up to fifty a day at one point—but in 1936, due to sickness, he gave up the habit. At age 61, Mundy passed away at home on August 5, 1940, while sleeping. His death was attributed by the certifying physician to diabetes-related myocardial insufficiency. At Florida's Baynard Crematorium in St. Petersburg on August 6, his body was cremated.
