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His novels portray many of the stereotypes associated with colonialism, yet they are unusual for the degree of sympathy with which the native populations are portrayed. Africans often play heroic roles in the novels, although the protagonists are typically European (though not... Read Full Overview

"Mr. Meeson's Will" from Henry Rider Haggard. English writer of adventure novels (1856-1925).

Mr. Meeson's Will by H. Rider Haggard is an intriguing legal drama combined with adventure and romance. The story centers around Augusta Smithers, a young author, and the eccentric publisher Mr. Meeson. When Mr. Meeson decides to change his will, he tattoos the new instructions... Read Full Overview

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections
such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact,
or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe... Read Full Overview

Mr. Meeson's Will is a novel written by H. Rider Haggard. The story revolves around a wealthy businessman named Mr. Meeson who, on his deathbed, decides to leave his vast fortune to the person who can survive a perilous journey through Africa. The journey is fraught with danger,... Read Full Overview

Mr Meeson's Will is an 1888 novel by H. Rider Haggard. It was based on a well known anecdote of the time. The plot concerns a marooned man's will tattooed on the back of a woman.

"Now mark you, my masters: this is comedy." -OLD PLAY. Everybody who has any connection with Birmingham will be acquainted with the vast publishing establishment still known by the short title of "Meeson's," which is perhaps the most remarkable institution of the sort in Europe... Read Full Overview