Heart of the World

Name: Heart of the World
Author: H. Rider Haggard

The story revolves around a young man who becomes embroiled in a quest for the Heart of the World, a powerful and ancient artifact. He joins forces with a group of adventurers, including a beautiful woman, to navigate treacherous landscapes and battle fierce enemies in pursuit of their goal. As they journey deeper into the heart of Africa, they encounter various obstacles, including rival treasure hunters, hostile tribes, and supernatural entities. Along the way, the young man must confront his own morality and the true nature of his quest. The story is a classic tale of adventure, romance, and self-discovery, set against the backdrop of a richly imagined African landscape.

By H. Rider Haggard · First published 1906 · Genre: Adventure, Fantasy, Historical Fiction · 25 chapters · 137,983 words

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I, Ignatio, the writer of this history, being now a man in my sixty-second year, was born in a village among the mountains that lie between the little towns of Pichaucalco and Tiapa. Of all that district my father was the hereditary _cacique_, and the Indians there loved him much.

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Work type: Novel
Author: H. Rider Haggard
Date: 1906 CE
Language: English
Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, Historical Fiction, Romance, Mystery
Length: 137,983 words
Structure: 25 chapters, 2,115 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Adventure — The narrative is centered around an expedition and exploration of unknown territories, filled with action and peril.
Fantasy — The story incorporates elements of the supernatural and mythical, including lost civilizations and mystical occurrences.
Historical Fiction — The setting and cultural references are rooted in a historical context, providing a backdrop that reflects a specific time period.
Romance — There are underlying romantic elements and relationships that influence the characters' motivations and actions.