| Author |
Haggard, H. Rider (Henry Rider), 1856-1925 |
| Title |
Ayesha, the Return of She
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ayesha_(novel)
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 83.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Note |
Sequel to She
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| Credits |
David Moynihan, Dagny, John Bickers and David Widger
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| Summary |
"Ayesha, the Return of She" by H. Rider Haggard is a novel written in the early 20th century. In this sequel to the earlier work "She," the narrative follows the characters Ludwig Horace Holly and Leo Vincey as they embark on a mystical quest to locate the reincarnated Ayesha, the immortal priestess, who once captivated them in their previous adventure. The saga unfolds over themes of love, fate, and the intersection of the mortal and immortal worlds. The opening of the novel sets a reflective tone, as Holly recounts the passage of time since their last encounter with Ayesha and the traumatic events they faced. Now ill and nearing death, he feels compelled to document their experiences and the ongoing search for meaning and connection to Ayesha. With Leo Vincey at his side, Holly elaborates on a vivid dream Leo had of Ayesha, which rekindles both hope and determination to navigate the hardships they will encounter in Central Asia. Their journey promises not just physical trials but emotional challenges as they grapple with their past entwined with Ayesha's fate, setting the stage for a rich exploration of love and destiny amidst mystical backdrops. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Fantasy fiction
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| Subject |
Adventure stories
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| Subject |
Ayesha (Fictitious character : Haggard) -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Immortalism -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Asia -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
5228 |
| Release Date |
Apr 22, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 12, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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