H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard
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.
King Solomon's Mines
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.
By H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard
Colonel Quaritch, V.C.: A Tale of Country Life
Haunted by past battles and a mysterious woman, a retired colonel returns to the English countryside, only to find himself entangled in the fading fortunes of a local family.
By H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard
The Spring of a Lion
In the heart of Africa, a lone explorer's quest for fortune turns into a test of courage as he stares down the jaws of a lion, determined to survive at any cost.
By H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard
Ayesha, the Return of She
Bound by love and destiny, two men face untold dangers as they journey across mystical lands searching for the reincarnation of an immortal queen.
By H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard
Black Heart and White Heart: A Zulu Idyll
Amidst a kingdom on the brink of war, a white trader finds himself caught between two Zulu lovers, torn by desire, duty, and betrayal.
By H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard
The Ivory Child
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.
By H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard
She
An immortal queen, a long-lost legacy, and a dangerous journey intertwine in this tale of adventure and discovery.
By H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard
Benita, an African romance
Amidst the dangers and beauty of Africa, a courageous woman confronts love, sacrifice, and her identity after a fateful shipwreck changes everything.
By H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard
Red Eve
Amidst clashing swords and forbidden love, a noblewoman finds herself torn between duty and her heart's desire with a commoner as war looms.
By H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard
Long Odds
In the unforgiving African wilderness, a hunter's pursuit of fortune turns into a harrowing fight for survival against both man and beast, costing him more than just his pride.
By H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard
Child of Storm
In the Zulu kingdom, an English hunter encounters a bewitching woman whose dangerous allure ignites a war of love and betrayal.
By H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard
Wisdom's Daughter: The Life and Love Story of She-Who-Must-be-Obeyed
A priestess grapples with love, power, and immortality while recounting her ancient life.
By H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard
Allan's Wife
In the wilds of South Africa, a hunter relives memories of adventure, love, and loss that change him forever.
By H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard
Hunter Quatermain's Story
Stripped of everything, a hunter and his companions battle starvation, wild beasts, and heartbreaking loss in a desperate trek through the untamed African wilderness.
By H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard
The People of the Mist
Stripped of his family's honor and fortune, a young man ventures into the dangerous wilds of Africa, seeking lost treasure and finding love, treachery, and a fight for justice.
By H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard
A Tale of Three Lions
In the unforgiving African wilderness, a gold hunt turns deadly, igniting a fierce quest for revenge against a man-eating lioness.
By H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard
The Wizard
A clergyman seeking to ignite faith in himself journeys where he faces savage tribes and must confront the difficult intersection of survival and belief.
By H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard
Marie: An Episode in the Life of the Late Allan Quatermain
Amidst the turmoil of colonial South Africa, a hunter's heart is captured by a woman whose fate is sealed in a landscape of love, sacrifice, and war.
By H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard
Eric Brighteyes
In a world of Norse legends, a strong warrior finds himself caught between two beautiful women, leading to a dramatic saga of love, betrayal, and battles for honor.
By H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard
The way of the spirit
Returning home, a man confronts family secrets, forbidden love, and the tragic consequences of a society on the brink, forcing him to redefine his purpose.
By H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard