Sold by Mighty Ape
“Go, my boy, and seek the portals to the world within.” – Ingersoll Lockwood, Baron Trump’s Marvellous Underground Journey
This modern edition includes the original 23 illustrations and a beautifully typeset interior.
First published in 1893, Baron Trump’s Marvellous Underground Journey is a fantastical adventure novel by American writer and lawyer Ingersoll Lockwood. Following the exploits of young Wilhelm Heinrich Sebastian Von Troomp-better known as Baron Trump-the story blends satire, allegory, and imaginative science fiction to create a work both entertaining and thought-provoking.
Guided by the enigmatic “Don Fum’s” directions, Baron Trump sets off on a quest into a subterranean world. Along the way, he encounters strange peoples, curious customs, and bizarre landscapes, reflecting both the era’s fascination with exploration and Lockwood’s sly commentary on human society. The novel combines whimsical adventure with social and political undertones, making it both a children’s fantasy and a piece of speculative fiction for adults.
Rediscovered in recent years for its uncanny resonances and historical curiosity, Baron Trump’s Marvellous Underground Journey remains a unique artifact of nineteenth-century American literature. It is essential reading for those interested in early fantasy, underground-world narratives, and the imaginative literature of the Gilded Age.
We are committed to protecting your rights under the Consumer Guarantees Act and working with our suppliers to assist with warranty claims. Products sold by Mighty Ape will be covered by a Manufacturer's Warranty for at least a one-year period from the date of purchase.
Your warranty will cover any manufacturing defects which, if existing, will present themselves within this warranty period.
Your warranty will not cover normal wear and tear, faults caused by misuse, and accidents which cause damage or theft caused after delivery. Using the product in a way it is not designed for will void your warranty.
Please refer to our Help Centre for more information.