The Son of Tarzan

The Son of Tarzan (1915) is the fourth novel in Edgar Rice Burroughs’ Tarzan series, focusing on Korak, the son of Tarzan and Jane Porter, as he embarks on his own thrilling journey in the African jungle. The story begins when Jack Clayton, Tarzan’s son, is lured into danger by Nikolas Rokoff, a recurring villain seeking revenge. After escaping captivity, Jack finds himself stranded in the wilderness, where he must rely on his survival instincts to endure the dangers of the jungle. Under the name Korak the Killer, Jack becomes a ferocious warrior, mirroring his father’s strength and resourcefulness. Along the way, he befriends Akut, an ape, and rescues Meriem, a young girl who has been mistreated by her captors. Together, they face wild animals, hostile tribes, and treacherous enemies as they grow closer and fall in love. Meanwhile, Tarzan and Jane search desperately for their missing son, leading to an emotional reunion and the triumph of justice and family bonds.