Child of Storm by H. Rider Haggard
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"Child of Storm" by H. Rider Haggard is a novel written during the early 20th century, specifically in the context of the Zulu kingdom and its turbulent history. The narrative follows Allan Quatermain, an English hunter and explorer, as he recounts his experiences in the land of the Zulus, a setting rich with cultural tension and dramatic conflict. The story centers on the enchanting yet deadly Mameena, a woman whose beauty and
ambition draw men to their doom, particularly that of the young warrior Saduko, alongside whom Quatermain navigates the complexities of Zulu politics and personal relationships. The opening of "Child of Storm" establishes both a personal and historical context, with Quatermain reflecting on the nature of humanity through his encounters with the Zulu people and their customs. He relates a fateful moment when he hears of Mameena for the first time, highlighting her character as a crafty and alluring figure amidst the backdrop of power struggles between Zulu princes. Quatermain's observations introduce readers to the main characters and foreshadow the unfolding drama rooted in love, betrayal, and the tumult of impending war, emphasizing the peril that lies ahead for those who become entangled in the web of Mameena's ambitions. Thus, the narrative is steeped in both adventure and the stark realities of a society on the brink of change. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Haggard, H. Rider (Henry Rider), 1856-1925 |
|---|---|
| Title | Child of Storm |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Child_of_Storm |
| Credits | Christopher Hapka and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Subject | Zulu (African people) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Quatermain, Allan (Fictitious character) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Zululand (South Africa) -- History -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 1711 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-01711-2 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 1999 |
| Last Update | May 6, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1132 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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