The Isle of Ruim is a novel by Grant Allen that tells the story of a group of scientists who travel to an isolated island in search of a rare plant with medicinal properties. The island is inhabited by a small community of people who have their own unique culture and beliefs. As the scientists explore the island, they encounter various challenges and obstacles, including conflicts with the locals and natural disasters. In the end, they are able to find the plant they were looking for and return home with it.
By Grant Allen · First published 1895 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Geographical Fiction, Cultural Fiction