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Swallow: A Tale of the Great Trek
by H. Rider Haggard
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Yes — read Swallow: A Tale of the Great Trek by H. Rider Haggard in English: the complete original text, with tap-to-translate on every word, audio narration, and saved vocabulary. Its CEFR level is C1. Start with a free sample.
- CEFR level
- C1
- Length
- 36 chapters
- Format
- The complete book
About this book
About this book
An elderly Boer woman recounts the perilous journey of the Voortrekkers during the Great Trek of 1836, revealing the courage and struggles behind their escape from English rule into the wild frontier. Her tale preserves a fading history and fierce spirit.
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Contents
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