King Solomon’s Mines is one of the greatest adventure novels ever written — a thrilling tale of lost treasures, dangerous landscapes, and heroic courage.
The story follows Allan Quatermain, a seasoned hunter and explorer, who joins an expedition into the unexplored interior of Africa in search of a missing nobleman and the legendary diamond mines of King Solomon. Facing deserts, mountains, rival warriors, and near-impossible odds, the group presses forward into unknown territory.
Blending action, mystery, and exotic adventure, this classic Victorian novel helped define the “lost world” genre and inspired generations of explorers and storytellers. Rich in suspense and imagination, King Solomon’s Mines remains a timeless tale of bravery, loyalty, and the pursuit of fortune.
An essential classic for lovers of adventure fiction and historical exploration.
Details
- Publication Date
- Feb 18, 2026
- Language
- English
- Category
- Fiction
- Copyright
- All Rights Reserved - Standard Copyright License
- Contributors
- By (author): H. Rider Haggard
Specifications
- Pages
- 209
- Binding Type
- Hardcover Case Wrap
- Interior Color
- Black & White
- Dimensions
- Digest (5.5 x 8.5 in / 140 x 216 mm)
Keywords
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