Tarzan and the Diamond of Asher is a captivating radio show adapted from the novel Tarzan and the Forbidden City by Edgar Rice Burroughs. The story revolves around a mighty cone-shaped mountain in the heart of Africa, which houses the Forbidden City of Asher. Two safaris embark on treacherous journeys to reach the city, facing hardships and perils that lead to death for some and high adventure for all. One of the safaris aims to rescue the son of its leader, while the other, commanded by a cunning and unscrupulous Oriental, pursues the Father of Diamonds. Throughout the intrigue, mystery, and danger, Tarzan, the Lord of the Jungle, emerges as a majestic figure.

The serial began on May 14, 1934, airing on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, for a total of 39 15-minute episodes. Fred Shields directed the show, and John McIntire served as the narrator. Tarzan and the Diamond of Asher was part of a larger distribution by the Old Time Radio Researchers Group, which also included other Tarzan productions, such as Tarzan of the Apes (1932-1934), Tarzan and the Fires of Tohr (1936), and Tarzan, Lord of the Jungle (1951-1953).

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