King Solomon's Mines

*King Solomon's Mines* by H. Rider Haggard is a classic adventure novel set in 19th-century Africa, following the exploits of Allan Quatermain, a seasoned hunter and explorer. Quatermain is hired by Sir Henry Curtis and Captain Good to help them find Sir Henry’s lost brother, who disappeared while searching for the legendary diamond mines of King Solomon. The journey takes the trio and their companions through harsh deserts, treacherous mountains, and into the heart of a mysterious, uncharted African kingdom. Along the way, they face deadly wildlife, dangerous tribes, and ancient traps, ultimately uncovering both treasure and peril. Blending action, mystery, and themes of loyalty and survival, the novel is one of the earliest examples of the "lost world" genre.