Allan Quatermain by H. Rider Haggard

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Author Haggard, H. Rider (Henry Rider), 1856-1925
Title Allan Quatermain
Note Reading ease score: 71.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Ng E-Ching, Singapore and David Widger
Summary "Allan Quatermain" by H. Rider Haggard is a novel written during the late 19th century. The story revolves around the main character, Allan Quatermain, an experienced big game hunter and adventurer, who is mourning the loss of his son. As he reflects on his previous travels in Africa, he feels an intense yearning to return to the wilderness, away from the constraints of civilization. The opening of the novel sets a somber tone, beginning with Quatermain's heartfelt diary entry about his son Harry's tragic death from smallpox. In his grief, Quatermain muses on the nature of life and civilization, expressing a longing for the untamed lands of Africa where he had spent much of his life. Shortly after this personal reflection, we are introduced to his old friends, Sir Henry Curtis and Captain Good, who encourage him to embark on a new expedition into the wilderness. They discuss plans to travel to Mount Kenia and uncover the mysteries of an uncharted territory, possibly inhabited by a legendary white race. The narrative hints at adventure, exploration, and themes of loss, making it an engaging read for those interested in tales of exploration and the complexities of human nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Africa -- Fiction
Subject Fantasy fiction
Subject Adventure stories
Subject Hunting guides -- Fiction
Subject Quatermain, Allan (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 711
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 10, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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