Dark Continent. How they battle against their many perils, and
what the outcome of their remarkable search is, I will leave for
the pages that follow to explain.

In conclusion, let me state that I am extremely grateful for the
kind favor given the previous volumes of this series, and I
sincerely trust that the present tale merits a continuance of your
support.

Affectionately and sincerely yours,

EDWARD STRATEMEYER
November 10, 1899



THE ROVER BOYS IN THE JUNGLE




CHAPTER I

UNPLEASANT NEWS

"Back to Putnam Hall again, boys! Hurrah!"

"Yes, back again, Tom, and glad of it," returned Dick Rover. "I
can tell you, the academy is getting to be a regular second home."