Yussuf the Guide

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		Yussuf the Guide Being the Strange Story of the Travels in Asia Minor of Burne the Lawyer, Preston the Professor, and Lawrence the Sick by George Manville Fenn Illustrated by John Schönberg Hardcover; $26.95 ISBN: 978-0-9776786-6-2 Softcover; $16.95 ISBN: 978-1-934671-20-7 Read the First Chapter! (Requires Adobe Reader)
	Story Synopsis Young Lawrence, an invalid, convinces his guardians, Preston the Professor and Burne the Lawyer, to take him along on an archaeological expedition to Turkey. Before they set out, they engage Yussuf as their guide. Through the months that follow, the friends travel deeper and deeper into the remote regions of central Turkey on their trusty horses in search of ancient ruins. Yussuf proves his worth time and time again as they face dangers from a murderous ship captain, poisonous snakes, sheer precipices, bands of robbers and more. Memorable characters, humor and adventure abound in this exciting story! Originally published in 1887; 398 pages; For Ages 12 – Adult
	George Manville Fenn (1831-1909) was a popular English boys’ author in the late 1800’s. In addition to writing over 100 fictional stories, including some historical fiction, George Manville Fenn worked as an editor, a publisher and a journalist.
	Also by George Manville Fenn: Young Robin Hood