Tarzan and the Golden Lion

Name: Tarzan and the Golden Lion
Author: Edgar Rice Burroughs

In "Tarzan and the Golden Lion," Tarzan discovers a lion cub orphaned after its mother, Sabor, is killed by a warrior. Tarzan adopts the cub, naming it Jad-bal-ja, and takes it along with a dog named Za to provide milk for the young lion. As they journey home, Tarzan trains Jad-bal-ja to obey commands, emphasizing the bond of trust between them. Upon returning to his estate, Tarzan finds his home restored by the Waziri, his loyal followers. The story explores themes of loyalty, the relationship between man and beast, and the challenges of training a wild animal. Tarzan's unique upbringing among animals allows him to communicate and bond with Jad-bal-ja, showcasing his ability to transcend the boundaries between species.

By Edgar Rice Burroughs · First published 1935 · Genre: Adventure, Fantasy, Action · 21 chapters · 94,307 words

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Sabor, the lioness, suckled her young -- a single fuzzy ball, spotted like Sheeta, the leopard. She lay in the warm sunshine before the rocky cavern that was her lair, stretched out upon her side with half closed eyes, yet Sabor was alert. There had been three of these little, fuzzy balls at first -- two daughters and a son -- and Sabor and Numa, their sire, had been proud of them; proud and happy. But kills had not been plentiful, and Sabor, undernourished, had been unable to produce sufficient milk to nourish properly three lusty cubs, and then a cold rain had come, and the little ones had sickened. Only the strongest survived -- the two daughters had died. Sabor had mourned, pacing to and fro beside the pitiful bits of bedraggled fur, whining and moaning. Now and again she would nose them with her muzzle as though she would awaken them from the long sleep that knows no waking. At last, however, she abandoned her efforts, and now her whole savage heart was filled with concern for the little male cub that remained to her. That was why Sabor was more alert than usual.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Edgar Rice Burroughs
Date: 1935 CE
Language: English
Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, Action, Romance, Science Fiction
Length: 94,307 words
Structure: 21 chapters, 1,459 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Adventure — The plot centers around Tarzan's thrilling exploits in the jungle, showcasing exploration and survival.
Fantasy — The story features fantastical elements, including anthropomorphic animals and mythical themes.
Action — The narrative includes numerous action sequences, including battles and chases.
Romance — The story explores romantic relationships, particularly between Tarzan and Jane.