"King Solomon's Mines" by H. Rider Haggard is a classic adventure story set in Africa, following Allan Quatermain as he leads Sir Henry Curtis and Captain Good on a dangerous expedition into uncharted territory to find the legendary mines of King Solomon. Driven by the mystery of a missing brother and tales of untold riches, the group faces perilous landscapes, ancient secrets, and cultural challenges, encountering figures like the proud Zulu companion, Umbopa, and the ever-present thrill of the unknown as they navigate the rugged terrain. The novel blends realism with the excitement of discovering mythical places, highlighting the risks and rewards of exploration.
King Solomon's Mines
By H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard
Driven by the lure of treasure and familial loyalty, a seasoned guide leads an expedition into the heart of Africa, where they confront both natural dangers and age-old mysteries in search of fabled riches.
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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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