Leo: A Novel (1883)

By M. J. H.

Book Overview

Leo: A Novel is a work of fiction written by M. J. H. and first published in 1883. The novel tells the story of Leo Vincey, a young man who inherits a mysterious legacy from his ancestors. His father, Sir Edward Vincey, had left him a chest containing a manuscript and an ancient map that reveals the location of a lost city called Kor. Leo sets out on a journey to find Kor with his friend Horace Holly, a Cambridge professor.Their journey takes them through Africa, where they encounter various dangers and obstacles, including hostile tribes, wild animals, and treacherous terrain. Along the way, they meet a beautiful woman named Ayesha, who claims to be immortal and the ruler of Kor. Ayesha becomes infatuated with Leo and offers him immortality if he will stay with her forever.As Leo and Horace explore the lost city of Kor, they uncover its dark secrets and learn about Ayesha's tragic past. Leo must decide whether to stay with Ayesha and become immortal or return to his own world and live a mortal life.The novel explores themes of love, immortality, and the consequences of seeking power and knowledge. It has been praised for its vivid descriptions of Africa and its imaginative plot. Leo: A Novel remains a classic work of adventure and fantasy literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437039944
• ISBN13: 9781437039948
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 108 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"