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100 1 _aHaggard, H. Rider
_q(Henry Rider),
_d1856-1925
245 1 0 _aLong Odds
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c1999
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 1999-10-01
508 _aProduced by Christopher Hatka. HTML version by Al Haines.
520 _a"Long Odds" by H. Rider Haggard is an adventure story that falls within the genre of novel, written during the late 19th century. The narrative is presented as a tale recounted by Allan Quatermain, a seasoned hunter, as he reflects on his perilous experiences in the wilds of Africa. The story delves into themes of survival, bravery, and the harsh realities of the natural world, showcasing the relentless challenges faced by explorers of that era. The storyline centers around Quatermain's ambitious journey in search of ivory in Sikukuni's territory, where he encounters a myriad of dangers including fever, the loss of his oxen, and life-threatening confrontations with lions. The tale unfolds as Quatermain, fueled by a desire for adventure and profit, finds himself in a precarious situation when a family of lions threatens his life. Despite initially escaping a fatal encounter, his reckless pursuit to defeat the lions alone leads to a severe injury that leaves him lame for life. His quest ultimately serves as a cautionary tale about the perils of underestimating nature and overconfidence in the face of danger. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aAfrica -- Fiction
653 _aAdventure stories
653 _aHunting guides -- Fiction
653 _aQuatermain, Allan (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1918
999 _c44028
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