"Long Odds" by H. Rider Haggard is a thrilling adventure novel set in the heart of 19th-century Africa, narrated by the legendary hunter Allan Quatermain, who recounts his daring quest for ivory in the treacherous territory of Sikukuni. The narrative plunges into the brutal realities of exploration, where survival hinges on courage, resilience, and a deep understanding of the natural world, as Quartermain faces a series of daunting challenges, from battling deadly fever and losing vital supplies to narrowly escaping the jaws of ferocious lions; driven by ambition and a thirst for adventure, he recklessly pursues a family of lions alone, resulting in a life-altering injury that leaves him permanently lame, transforming his journey into a stark warning about the dangers of unchecked pride and the unforgiving power of nature.
Long Odds
By H. Rider (Henry Rider) Haggard
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.
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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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