Allan Quatermain
Allan Quatermain

Author: H. Rider Haggard

Publisher: Sheba Blake Publishing Corp.

Published: 2023-03-22

Total Pages: 615

ISBN-13: 122237952X

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The character Allan Quatermain is the hero of H. Rider Haggard's novel King Solomon's Mines. In this adventure novel named after him, Quatermain longs for a return to the wilderness after losing his son. He talks a number of companions into joining him and they journey inland from Africa's east coast, where they are attacked by Masai warriors. As part of our mission to publish great works of literary fiction and nonfiction, Sheba Blake Publishing Corp. is extremely dedicated to bringing to the forefront the amazing works of long dead and truly talented authors.

Mr. Meeson's Will
Mr. Meeson's Will

Author: Henry Rider Haggard

Publisher: Rose

Published: 1888

Total Pages: 300

ISBN-13:

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Everybody who has any connection with Birmingham will be acquainted with the vast publishing establishment still known by the short title of "Meeson's" which is perhaps the most remarkable institution of the sort in Europe.

King Solomon's Mines Illustrated
King Solomon's Mines Illustrated

Author: Sir H Rider Haggard

Publisher:

Published: 2020-04-03

Total Pages: 286

ISBN-13:

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King Solomon's Mines (1885) is a popular novel by the English Victorian adventure writer and fabulist Sir H. Rider Haggard. It tells of a search of an unexplored region of Africa by a group of adventurers led by Allan Quatermain for the missing brother of one of the party. It is the first English adventure novel set in Africa, and is considered to be the genesis of the lost world literary genre.

King Solomon's Mines (Allan Quatermain, #1) - Classic Book
King Solomon's Mines (Allan Quatermain, #1) - Classic Book

Author: H. Rider Haggard

Publisher:

Published: 2017-07-22

Total Pages: 138

ISBN-13: 9781973801832

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First published in 1885, this novel by best-selling author Sir H. Rider Haggard tells of a search of an unexplored region of Africa by a group of adventurers led by Allan Quatermain for the missing brother of one of the party. It is the first English adventure novel set in Africa, and is considered to be the genesis of the Lost World literary genre.

King Solomon's Mines
King Solomon's Mines

Author: H. Rider Haggard

Publisher: Tor Classics

Published: 1985-12-15

Total Pages: 273

ISBN-13: 1466804602

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Tor Classics are affordably-priced editions designed to attract the young reader. Original dynamic cover art enthusiastically represents the excitement of each story. All editions are complete and unabridged. This edition of King Solomon's Mines includes a Foreword and Biographical Note from the Publisher. Allan Quatermain is a hunter. Lions, elephants, antelope. Fearless, he is the best big-game hunter in South Africa. And he is about to embark on the most dangerous hunt of his career. His new employers, Sir Henry Curtis and Captain John Good, have a map--drawn by a dying Portuguese prospector. It reveals a route across the great desert, past a fearsome range of mountain, to the greatest treasure in all Africa--the lost diamond mines of King Solomon himself! Inspired by true adventures, King Solomon's Mines is the unsurpassed classic of a journey into the unknown heart of the Dark Continent. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

King Solomon's Mines (Lost World Classic) – Unabridged
King Solomon's Mines (Lost World Classic) – Unabridged

Author: Henry Rider Haggard

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2024-01-11

Total Pages: 253

ISBN-13:

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Henry Rider Haggard's 'King Solomon's Mines' is a captivating adventure novel that follows the journey of English explorers as they search for the fabled diamond mines of King Solomon in Africa. Written in a straightforward and engaging manner, the book is considered a seminal work in the 'lost world' genre, incorporating elements of colonial adventure and exploration. Haggard seamlessly weaves together themes of greed, imperialism, and friendship in this timeless tale that continues to resonate with readers today. Henry Rider Haggard, a prolific Victorian author, drew inspiration for 'King Solomon's Mines' from his own experiences living in Africa and his fascination with the continent's history and mysterious landscapes. Haggard's background as a colonialist and his unique perspective on African culture further enrich the narrative, providing readers with a nuanced and thought-provoking exploration of Western exploration in a foreign land. I highly recommend 'King Solomon's Mines' to readers who enjoy classic adventure stories with rich historical and cultural contexts. Haggard's vivid descriptions and suspenseful plot make this novel a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of literature, imperialism, and adventure.

King Solomon's Mines (Diversion Classics)
King Solomon's Mines (Diversion Classics)

Author: H. Rider Haggard

Publisher: Diversion Books

Published: 2016-05-24

Total Pages: 280

ISBN-13: 1682306496

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Featuring an appendix of discussion questions, the Diversion Classics edition is ideal for use in book groups and classrooms. Sir Henry Curtis’s brother goes missing after travelling into unexplored territory on a quest for the fabled King Solomon's Mines, so he desperately seeks the help of the great explorer, Allan Quatermain. Fascinated with the legends of Solomon’s Mines and in possession of a map that could lead them there, Quatermain agrees, with one stipulation: he gets half of any diamonds they find there. This thrilling saga encompasses their encounters with dangerous terrain, vast deserts, sorcery, lost tribes, and so much more. This legendary adventure novel carved a winding path for those that would follow and is a must-read for thrill-seekers of every kind. For more classic titles like this, visit www.diversionbooks.com/ebooks/diversion-classics

King Solomon's Mines
King Solomon's Mines

Author: Henry Rider Haggard

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2016-10-01

Total Pages: 218

ISBN-13: 9781539175384

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King Solomon's Mines (1885) is a popular novel by the Victorian adventure writer and fabulist, Sir H. Rider Haggard. It tells of a quest into an unexplored region of Africa by a group of adventurers led by Allan Quatermain in search of the missing brother of one of the party.