Gabriel Ferry (real name Eugène-Louis-Gabriel de Bellemare, 1809-1852) was a French writer and one of the founders of the colonial adventure novel. Having spent many years in Mexico, he made it the central setting for his works. His books bring to life the world of discoverers, gold prospectors, hunters and adventurers whose destinies intertwine against the backdrop of wild but fascinating nature. Vivid descriptions of Mexican forests and mountains, intense battles, betrayals and true friendship made his work a classic of adventure literature.

Ferry's life ended tragically - he died in a fire on a ship, but his works continue to captivate new generations of readers.

This edition presents the novel "The Forest Tramp", recognized as one of the best examples of the genre. The plot centers on two inseparable friends who set off with Don Esteban in search of gold and new lands in the mountainous regions of northwestern Mexico. But in this land there are no laws of civilization - harsh nature, mysterious local tribes and deadly traps await anyone who dares to challenge the unknown.

This novel is a whirlwind of adventures, battles, trials and courage, transporting the reader to the cruel but alluring world of the New World, where only the bravest survive.