""King Solomon's Mines"" is an adventure novel written by H. Rider Haggard. First published in 1885, it follows the journey of Allan Quatermain, a professional big-game hunter, as he leads a small group of explorers on a quest to find the legendary mines of King Solomon in Africa. The story is filled with thrilling encounters, dangerous obstacles, and hidden treasures. As the group ventures deeper into uncharted territory, they face hostile tribes, treacherous landscapes, and the mysteries of the African continent. Along ...
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""King Solomon's Mines"" is an adventure novel written by H. Rider Haggard. First published in 1885, it follows the journey of Allan Quatermain, a professional big-game hunter, as he leads a small group of explorers on a quest to find the legendary mines of King Solomon in Africa. The story is filled with thrilling encounters, dangerous obstacles, and hidden treasures. As the group ventures deeper into uncharted territory, they face hostile tribes, treacherous landscapes, and the mysteries of the African continent. Along the way, they discover ancient civilizations, encounter wild animals, and unravel the secrets of King Solomon's Mines. Haggard's novel combines elements of adventure, exploration, and colonial-era romance. It offers a vivid portrayal of African landscapes and cultures, while also exploring themes of greed, imperialism, and the clash between Western and indigenous societies.
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FanOfTimeLifeBooks
Mar 28, 2013
The Quintessential Adventure Story
Written in 1885, King Solomon's Mines is an exciting and suspenseful adventure story set in southern Africa in the late nineteenth century. The story is related to us by hunter and trader Allan Quatermain who, with the help of an old treasure map, goes in search of the legendary mines of King Solomon. Quatermain is accompanied by Captain Good, Sir Henry Curtis, and Umbopa who is one of many native peoples in the story; Sir Henry Curtis is also hoping to find his missing brother. All of the elements of great adventure story are present: an arduous journey through a parching desert and mountain snows, courageous and intriguing characters, an exotic location deep in Africa, a power struggle between rival groups among the native peoples, and, most importantly, H. Rider Haggard's fast-moving narrative style. Though the book contains words which today would be considered offensive and a scene in which an elephant is killed for its ivory, this book has stood the test of time and is truly a classic story of action and adventure.
Shepherdgirl
Mar 8, 2008
This is a very exciting adventure story, that you will not be able to put down.
librarianSpock
Aug 8, 2007
Great Adventure in the 1800s
Indiana Jones has nothing on Allan Quartermain. One of the greatest original adventures (written on a dare from the author's brother to write something half as good as Treasure Island), this story has it all - a lost civilization, untold treasures, humor, danger, treachery, war, and even a little mysticism. It's all told in engaging first person, and hard to put down.
RP86
Jul 30, 2007
A Real Treasure
A true boy's adventure, this book is action packed and exciting. Very fun to read together with the kids.