Virgin of the Sun
H. Rider Haggard's Virgin of the Sun (1922) is an adventure fiction novel.
A free LibriVox audiobook (10 h 26 min) is available.
About Virgin of the Sun
A great adventure following the exploits of a hero who's blood runs red, and Viking in nature. A mysterious chest with faded parchments provides the script of this tale when discovered in an old collector's attic. What can be gleaned from these texts, once transcribed, forms the history of Hubert of Hastings. The town, from which he takes his name, is invaded and razed by the invading French, but Hubert escapes after giving battle to London, here he inherits his Uncle's antique and usury business and becomes embroiled with one of Richard II's courtiers and the beauteous Blanche. Hubert befriends a mysterious native of Peru, Kari, who has been 'marooned' on the wharves of the Thames; they become great friends and work together. The courtly affairs lead to a tragedy and he and Kari are compelled to undertake a great sea voyage to distant lands. Thus begin yet even greater exploits of 'Derring do' and romance in an exotic new world. - Summary by Andy Sames
Free audiobook
Virgin of the Sun — LibriVox recording, 10 h 26 min in 20 sections.
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Quick answers
Who wrote Virgin of the Sun?
Virgin of the Sun was written by H. Rider Haggard and first published in 1922.
What genre is Virgin of the Sun?
It is usually shelved as Adventure.
Is there a free audiobook of Virgin of the Sun?
Yes — LibriVox volunteers recorded it; the recording runs 10 h 26 min.
What books are similar to Virgin of the Sun?
Readers who like it often enjoy The Valley of Fear, The Thirty-Nine Steps and A Princess of Mars.
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