Sandi, the King-Maker

Name: Sandi, the King-Maker
Author: Edgar Wallace

In a remote village at the foot of the mountain Limpisi, a boy named M'sufu-M'goba, born of sacrificed parents, grows up with extraordinary prophetic abilities. His fame reaches the Old King's court, where he predicts good harvests and the recovery of a sick child, gaining the favor of the king's minister, Kabalaka. However, the Old King, fearing the return of Sandi, a powerful figure believed to be dead, orders the execution of a British inspector, Lloyd Thomas, who had come to negotiate peace. As tensions rise, Sandi, who is indeed alive, returns to the region with a mission to restore order. He is joined by his allies, including the loyal Bosambo, who has a deep understanding of the local tribes. Meanwhile, the Old King’s death leads to a power struggle among the tribes, with various factions vying for control. The Devil Woman of Limbi, a feared figure, demands sacrifices, and her influence looms over the land. Sandi's efforts to establish peace are complicated by the ambitions of local chiefs, including M'ndi of the Tofolaka, who seeks to claim the throne. As Sandi navigates the political landscape, he discovers that the Old Woman's power is rooted in fear and superstition, and he must confront her to secure his position and protect the people. The narrative unfolds with themes of power, sacrifice, and the clash between tradition and progress. Sandi's journey is marked by encounters with various characters, each representing different aspects of the cultural and political dynamics of the region. Ultimately, the story explores the complexities of leadership and the sacrifices required to achieve peace in a land steeped in ancient customs and rivalries.

By Edgar Wallace · First published 1925 · Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Adventure · 12 chapters · 76,379 words

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IN the village of P'pie, at the foot of that gaunt and hungry mountain which men called Limpisi, or Limbi, there lived a young man whose parents had died when he was a child, for in those far -- off days the Devil Woman of Limbi demanded double sacrifices, and it was the custom to slay, not the child who was born upon her holy day -- which was the ninth of the new moon -- but his parents.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Edgar Wallace
Date: 1925 CE
Language: English
Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Adventure, Drama, Historical Fiction
Length: 76,379 words
Structure: 12 chapters, 1,893 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Mystery — The plot involves intrigue and suspense, typical of mystery narratives.
Thriller — The story likely contains elements of tension and excitement, characteristic of thrillers.
Adventure — The narrative may include adventurous elements as characters navigate challenges.
Drama — Themes of power and conflict suggest dramatic elements in character interactions.