The Ivory Child by H. Rider Haggard

Name: The Ivory Child
Author: H. Rider Haggard

The story revolves around a young woman who discovers she has the ability to communicate with animals and plants. She embarks on a journey to Africa where she becomes involved in a struggle between good and evil forces, ultimately leading her to discover her true identity and purpose.

By H. Rider Haggard · First published 1887 · Genre: Adventure, Fantasy, Historical Fiction · 21 chapters · 129,571 words

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Now I, Allan Quatermain, come to the story of what was, perhaps, one of the strangest of all the adventures which have befallen me in the course of a life that so far can scarcely be called tame or humdrum.

Amongst many other things it tells of the war against the Black Kendah people and the death of Jana, their elephant god. Often since then I have wondered if this creature was or was not anything more than a mere gigantic beast of the forest. It seems improbable, even impossible, but the reader of future days may judge of this matter for himself.

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Work type: Novel
Author: H. Rider Haggard
Date: 1887 CE
Language: English
Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, Historical Fiction, Romance, Mystery
Length: 129,571 words
Structure: 21 chapters, 1,849 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Genres

Adventure — The plot centers around a thrilling quest and exploration in exotic locations.
Fantasy — The story includes fantastical elements such as mystical creatures and supernatural events.
Historical Fiction — The narrative is set in a historical context, reflecting the period's cultural and social aspects.
Romance — There are romantic subplots that influence character motivations and relationships.