"The Giraffe Hunters" by Mayne Reid is meant to give readers an idea of what went into the big-game hunts in Africa in the 19th century. Crossing Africa's landscape brings many adventures along with it, which can shock and surprise adventurers from Europe. Written in a unique way that introduces the men in the hunting party and their peculiar experiences in the congo, this book is a thrilling adventure for modern readers to this day.