The Luck of Gerard Ridgeley

Name: The Luck of Gerard Ridgeley
Author: Bertram Mitford

By Bertram Mitford

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Two young men voyage to Natal to try their luck, their sharply different temperaments—one robust and easygoing, the other stylish and touchy—shaping how they meet the colony. After a tense passage and a hazardous crossing of the Durban bar they disembark into a landscape of tropical hills, planters’ bungalows, and a busy harbor, and soon run into practical dangers, social friction, and mishaps such as damaged crops and an unruly horse. The narrative tracks their adjustment to unfamiliar surroundings, the role of chance in their prospects, and how early trials strain and define their friendship.

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Bertram Mitford

Bertram Mitford was a British author known for his adventure novels set in colonial Africa and the American West. His works often explore themes of conflict and survival, reflecting the tumultuous historical contexts of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Among his notable titles is 'Tween Snow and Fire: A Tale of the Last Kafir War, which delves into the complexities of the Kafir Wars in South Africa. Mitford's storytelling is characterized by vivid descriptions and a keen sense of place, making his narratives both engaging and informative about the regions he depicted.