King Solomon's Mines
H. Rider Haggard's King Solomon's Mines is an adventure fiction novel. Readers will find themes of Africa, missing persons, treasure troves and hunting guides.
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About King Solomon's Mines
"King Solomon's Mines" by H. Rider Haggard is a novel published in 1885. It follows adventurer Allan Quatermain as he leads an expedition into unexplored Africa to find a missing aristocrat's brother and locate the legendary treasure of King Solomon. The journey takes them across deadly deserts and into a hidden kingdom ruled by a ruthless king. There, they become entangled in ancient prophecies, witch hunts, and a brewing rebellion. Considered the genesis of the lost world literary genre, it captivates with perilous adventure and mystery.
Free audiobook
King Solomon's Mines — LibriVox recording, 9 h 51 min in 20 sections.
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Quick answers
Who wrote King Solomon's Mines?
King Solomon's Mines was written by H. Rider Haggard.
What genre is King Solomon's Mines?
It is usually shelved as Adventure.
Is King Solomon's Mines free to read?
Yes. It is in the public domain in the United States and can be read free on Project Gutenberg in EPUB, Kindle and HTML formats.
Is there a free audiobook of King Solomon's Mines?
Yes — LibriVox volunteers recorded it; the recording runs 9 h 51 min.
What books are similar to King Solomon's Mines?
Readers who like it often enjoy Treasure Hunters, Treasure Island and Northern Lights.
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