"The Ivory Child" by H. Rider Haggard is a classic adventure story that follows the renowned explorer Allan Quatermain as he experiences a world of tribal clashes and mysterious magic. The novel, set in exotic locations, dives into themes of human bonds, cultural discovery, and the thrill of adventure, focusing on Quatermain's interactions with the enigmatic White and Black Kendah tribes. Beginning with Quatermain reflecting on his adventurous life, the story shifts to an encounter with English society, where he meets Lord Ragnall and Miss Holmes and accepts an invitation to a shooting match. As Quatermain navigates the shooting match, he becomes entangled in a bet involving Sir Junius Fortescue, blending humor, excitement, and a hint of mystery.
The Ivory Child
By H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard
An explorer's life takes a turn when mysterious tribes and a shooting match entangle him in adventure, blending cultural clashes and high-society drama.
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About the AuthorSir Henry Rider Haggard was an English writer of adventure fiction romances set in exotic locations, predominantly Africa, and a pioneer of the lost world literary genre. He was also involved in land reform throughout the British Empire. His stories, situated at the lighter end of Victorian literature and including the eighteen Allan Quatermain stories beginning with King Solomon's Mines, continue to be popular and influential.
Sir Henry Rider Haggard was an English writer of adventure fiction romances set in exotic locations, predominantly Africa, and a pioneer of the lost world literary genre. He was also involved in land reform throughout the British Empire. His stories, situated at the lighter end of Victorian literature and including the eighteen Allan Quatermain stories beginning with King Solomon's Mines, continue to be popular and influential.
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