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H. Rider Haggard was an English author known for adventure novels set in exotic locations. Haggard is considered to be one of the first writers of the Lost World genre. Haggard's novel She: A History of Adventure is a first-person narrative of 2 men in a lost kingdom.

For I will call you by the name that for fifty years has been honoured by every tribe between Zambesi and Cape Agulbas, -I greet you Sompseu, my father, I have written a book that tells of men and matters of which you know the most of any who still look upon the light; therefore,... Read Full Overview

Sir Henry Rider Haggard KBE (1856-1925) was a Victorian writer of adventure novels set in exotic locations. After failing his army entrance exam he was sent to a private 'crammer' in London to prepare for the entrance exam for the British Foreign Office, for which he never sat... Read Full Overview

Nada the Lily is the thrilling story of the brave Zulu warrior Umslopogaas and his love for the most beautiful of Zulu women, Nada the Lily. Young Umslopogaas, son of the bloodthirsty Zulu king Chaka, is forced to flee when Chaka orders his death. In the adventures that ensue,... Read Full Overview

Nada the Lily is an historical novel by English writer H. Rider Haggard, published in 1892. It is said to be inspired by Haggard's time in South Africa (1875-82). It was illustrated by Charles H. M. Kerr. The novel tells the tale of the origin and early life of the hero Umslopogaas,... Read Full Overview

Nada the Lily by H. Rider Haggard is a thrilling adventure novel that takes place in South Africa during the late 19th century. The story follows the journey of a young Englishman named Allan Quatermain, who is hired by a wealthy Portuguese trader to lead an expedition into the... Read Full Overview

H. Rider Haggard, the master of adventure fiction, transports you to the heart of 19th-century South Africa in "Nada the Lily," a thrilling tale set against the backdrop of Zulu history. Delve into a world of warriors, tribal conflict, and the rich cultural tapestry of Zululand... Read Full Overview

H. Rider Haggard, the master of adventure fiction, transports you to the heart of 19th-century South Africa in "Nada the Lily," a thrilling tale set against the backdrop of Zulu history. Delve into a world of warriors, tribal conflict, and the rich cultural tapestry of Zululand... Read Full Overview

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On the third day he asked Zweete how it was that his left hand was white and shriveled and who were Umslopogaas and Nada, of whom he had let fall some words. Then the old man told him the tale that is set out here. Day by day he told some of it till it was finished. It was the... Read Full Overview

The book "Nada the Lily ", has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted,... Read Full Overview

Set in Africa, this sweeping adventure follows the life of Umslopogaas, a warrior prince of the Zulu nation. When he is orphaned as a child, he is taken under the wing of the powerful witch-doctor, Zikali. As Umslopogaas grows older, he must navigate dangerous relationships... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

Set in Africa, this sweeping adventure follows the life of Umslopogaas, a warrior prince of the Zulu nation. When he is orphaned as a child, he is taken under the wing of the powerful witch-doctor, Zikali. As Umslopogaas grows older, he must navigate dangerous relationships... Read Full Overview