A classic, almost fable-like story. Feelgood and arguably very simple story, it is an entertaining read with satisfying conclusions, as well as a fun game of "Where in the world are the characters I expect to see, and when will they show up."

Though there are certainly issues when it comes to portrayals of "exotic other cultures", and a very simplistic description of motive, temperament, and physicality, I personally chalked it all up to being a fairy tale style story, filled with classic tropes, which can read as problematic and simple to the modern reader.