Maiwa's Revenge; Or, The War of the Little Hand is a book by H. Rider Haggard. Allan Quatermain gets entangled in the struggle between two African tribes and helps a woman (Maiwa) get her revenge.

This was the second of H. Rider Haggard's novels and much of it is set in Africa in the territory of the Zulu warriors. The story begins in the home of Mr Cardus who is the uncle of Ernest. He is a young boy who has lost his mother recently and is now reliant on Mr Cardus for a roof over his head.

Pearl-Maiden explores the story of Miriam, who was born just after the first persecution of the Christians soon after the Crucifixion and Resurrection. Although her parents didn't survive, she became a Christian and an observer of the fall of Jerusalem to Rome. The story's characters are excellently developed, and the twists and turns add to its charms.

"King Solomon's Mines" is a world-known novel by the English Victorian adventure writer and fabulist Sir H. Rider Haggard. The book tells of a search of an unexplored region of Africa by a group of adventurers led by Allan Quartermain for the missing brother of one of his companions. It was one of the first books to start the lost world literary genre.

"The People of the Mist" by H. Rider Haggard is an adventure to find a lost race set in Africa. Leonard Outram, is a British explorer who sets out on an adventure to restore his family name. On the way, he saves a young woman, falls in love, and finds himself at the center of a political struggle no one in the modern world could be prepared for.

This classic novel is both a historical and a love story. It is set in the time of the Spanish Conquest and the action occurs in 16th-century England, Spain and Mexico. It is considered to be one of Haggard's best.

In H. Rider Haggard's novel 'Lady Luna and the Taduki Drug', readers are transported to a world of mystery and adventure as they follow the thrilling journey of Lady Luna, a bold and cunning explorer, on her quest to uncover the secrets of the powerful Taduki drug. The book is filled with vivid descriptions, intricate plot twists, and rich historical context, blending elements of fantasy and adventure in a captivating way. Haggard's literary style is both engaging and immersive, drawing readers into a world of danger and intrigue that will keep them on the edge of their seats. H. Rider...

H. Rider Haggard's novel 'Allan and the Ice-gods' is a captivating adventure story set in the icy landscapes of Greenland. The book interweaves elements of historical fiction, fantasy, and exploration, providing readers with a thrilling narrative of discovery and survival. Haggard's vivid descriptions of the Arctic landscape immerse the reader in a world filled with dangers and mysteries, making it a compelling read for fans of adventure literature. The author's engaging writing style and attention to detail bring the story to life, creating a sense of urgency and excitement throughout the...

"Allan und die Eis-Götter" entführt die Leserschaft in das prähistorische Afrika und verwebt gekonnt Elemente des Abenteuerromans mit mythologischen und spekulativen Motiven. Im Zentrum steht Allan Quatermain, der durch eine hypnotische Rückführung in das Leben eines Urahnen eintaucht und die Schattenseite der menschlichen Zivilisation beobachtet. Die eindringliche Schilderung archaischer Gesellschaften, kombiniert mit suggestiven Naturbeschreibungen und existenziellen Konflikten zwischen Tradition, Aberglaube und Vernunft, zeugt von Haggards literarischer Experimentierfreude und...

In 'Die Perlenmädchen' entfaltet H. Rider Haggard ein spannendes Abenteuer, das tief in die Geheimnisse exotischer Landschaften eintaucht und den Leser auf eine faszinierende Reise mitnimmt. Im Zentrum dieser Erzählung stehen zwei entschlossene Protagonisten, die die verborgenen Geheimnisse von legendären Perlenfeldern enthüllen wollen. Haggards fesselnder Prosa gelingt es meisterhaft, Spannung und Dramatik zu verweben, während er gleichzeitig die kulturellen und geografischen Besonderheiten der dargestellten Schauplätze lebendig werden lässt. Der literarische Stil vereint...