Haviland's Chum (1903)

Haviland's Chum is a novel written by Bertram Mitford and published in 1903. The story follows the life of a young man named Guy Haviland, who is the heir to a vast estate in South Africa. Haviland is a popular and well-liked individual, but he is also reckless and impulsive, which often leads him into trouble.The novel begins with Haviland's arrival in South Africa after completing his education in England. He is excited to take on his new role as the master of the estate, but he quickly realizes that his responsibilities are more challenging than he anticipated. Haviland is forced to deal with a range of issues, including managing the estate's finances, dealing with unruly tenants, and navigating the complex social dynamics of the region.Despite these challenges, Haviland is determined to succeed, and he quickly makes a name for himself as a skilled and respected leader. Along the way, he forms a close friendship with a local man named Harry Escombe, who becomes his loyal companion and confidant.As the novel progresses, Haviland and Escombe find themselves embroiled in a range of adventures and intrigues, including a dangerous mission to rescue a group of hostages from a band of ruthless outlaws. Along the way, they must navigate treacherous terrain, confront dangerous enemies, and rely on their wits and courage to survive.Overall, Haviland's Chum is a thrilling and engaging novel that offers a vivid portrait of life in South Africa during the early 20th century. It is a story of adventure, friendship, and the triumph of the human spirit in the face of adversity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.