Kutnar, Son of Pic

"Kutnar, Son of Pic" by George Langford is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set in a prehistoric world, the story follows Gonch, a cunning cannibal known as the Muskman, as he embarks on a dangerous journey to capture Pic, the renowned Mammoth Man and master flint-worker. The narrative hints at themes of survival, power dynamics among primitive tribes, and the relationships between humans and animals in a world where hunting and resources dictate life. The opening portion of the book introduces us to Totan, the hetman of the Castillan cave-men, who is confronted by Gonch and his unsuccessful hunting party. Gonch reveals that he has come across a magnificent flint blade made by the Mammoth Man. His desire to bring this master craftsman to his tribe fuels the plot as he prepares for a perilous journey through treacherous landscapes, evading wolves and other dangers. As he departs from his cave, a sense of urgency and ambition is palpable, setting the stage for his quest and establishing the stakes involved in his encounter with Pic and the intricate world of prehistoric survival that surrounds him.