Allan Quatermain by H. Rider Haggard

Name: Allan Quatermain
Author: H. Rider Haggard

The story follows Allan Quatermain, a hunter and adventurer, who joins an expedition to find the lost city of Kukuanaland. The group includes Sir Henry Curtis, Captain John Good, and Umbopa, a native guide. They face various obstacles, including treacherous terrain, hostile tribes, and supernatural threats. Along the way, they discover that the city is ruled by a powerful queen, Twala, who has made a pact with an evil spirit. The group must navigate this complex web of politics and magic to survive and uncover the secrets of Kukuanaland.

By H. Rider Haggard · First published 1887 · Genre: Adventure, Fantasy, Colonial Literature · 24 chapters · 119,562 words

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A week had passed since the funeral of my poor boy Harry, and one evening I was in my room walking up and down and thinking, when there was a ring at the outer door. Going down the steps I opened it myself, and in came my old friends Sir Henry Curtis and Captain John Good, RN. They entered the vestibule and sat themselves down before the wide hearth, where, I remember, a particularly good fire of logs was burning.

"It is very kind of you to come round," I said by way of making a remark; "it must have been heavy walking in the snow."

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Work type: Novel
Author: H. Rider Haggard
Date: 1887 CE
Language: English
Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, Colonial Literature, Historical Fiction, Action
Length: 119,562 words
Structure: 24 chapters, 1,326 paragraphs
Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)

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Adventure — The book is primarily an adventure novel, focusing on the exploration of unknown territories and the protagonist's thrilling experiences.
Fantasy — Elements of fantasy are present through the depiction of mythical lands and extraordinary events beyond the realm of reality.
Colonial Literature — The narrative reflects themes of colonialism, with European characters exploring and interacting with African landscapes and cultures.
Historical Fiction — Set in a historical context, the story incorporates elements and settings from the late 19th century.