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King Solomon’s Mines

H. Rider Haggard
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King Solomon’s Mines

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1885

Book Brief

H. Rider Haggard

King Solomon’s Mines

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1885
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Africa • 1880s

Publication Year

1885

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In King Solomon’s Mines, adventurer Allan Quartermain is hired by Sir Henry Curtis and Captain Good to find Sir Henry’s brother, who disappeared seeking the legendary mines. Using a questionable map, they endure deserts, battles, and traps, ultimately aiding the rightful heir, Ignosi, in reclaiming his throne before discovering King Solomon’s treasure and returning home wealthy. The book contains references to colonialism.

Adventurous

Exciting

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Fantastical

Reviews & Readership

4.1

54,640 ratings

65%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Haggard’s King Solomon’s Mines captivates with its adventurous plot and vivid depictions of Africa, though some readers criticize its colonial perspectives and dated character portrayals. The novel’s fast pace and thrilling narrative have earned acclaim, yet its cultural insensitivities can detract for modern audiences. Suitable for adventure enthusiasts.

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Who Should Read King Solomon’s Mines?

Readers who enjoy King Solomon's Mines by H. Rider Haggard typically appreciate classic adventure tales filled with exotic locales, treasure hunts, and daring escapades. Fans of Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson and The Lost World by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle will find similar thrills in this action-packed novel.

4.1

54,640 ratings

65%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Africa • 1880s

Publication Year

1885

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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