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The Tigers of Mompracem
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Author Emilio Salgari
Original title Le Tigri di Mompracem
Translator Nico Lorenzutti
Country Italy
Language English, Original: Italian
Series The Sandokan Series
Genre Adventure fiction
Young adult literature
Publisher ROH Press (first English translation)
Donath (first Italian publisher)
Publication date
  • English 2008
  • Italian 1900
Media type Paperback, Ebook
Pages 272
ISBN 978-0978270728
Followed by The Mystery of the Black Jungle 

The Tigers of Mompracem (original title: Le Tigri di Mompracem) is an exciting adventure novel written by Italian author Emilio Salgari. It was first published in 1900. This book introduces readers to his most famous character, Sandokan, a brave pirate.

This story was later made into a movie in 1970, also called The Tigers of Mompracem.

Story of the Tigers of Mompracem

Imagine being the most powerful pirate in the South China Sea. Would you give up everything for love? This is the main question in The Tigers of Mompracem. The story takes place in Malaysia in 1849.

Who are the Tigers?

The Tigers of Mompracem are a group of rebel pirates. They fight against the control of the Dutch and British powers in the region. Their leader is Sandokan, known as the Tiger of Malaysia. He is fearless and strong.

Sandokan's Adventures

Sandokan's loyal friend, Yanez De Gomera, a Portuguese adventurer, is always by his side. For twelve years, Sandokan has been a powerful force, feared across Malaysia. He has reached the peak of his power. But then, he hears about a beautiful woman called the "Pearl of Labuan." This discovery begins to change his life and his fortunes.

Main Characters

  • Sandokan - The brave leader of the Tigers of Mompracem. He is also known as the Tiger of Malaysia.
  • Lady Marianna Guillonk - She is called the Pearl of Labuan. Sandokan becomes very interested in her.
  • Yanez De Gomera - Sandokan's loyal friend and second-in-command. He is a Portuguese adventurer.
  • Lord James Guillonk - Marianna's uncle.
  • Baron William Rosenthal - A British officer.
  • Patan
  • Giro-Batol
  • Juioko
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