Publisher's Synopsis
Marie: An Episode In The Life Of The Late Allan Quatermain is a novel written by the British author, Henry Rider Haggard, and first published in 1912. The book is a part of the Allan Quatermain series and follows the adventures of the famous explorer and adventurer, Allan Quatermain, as he embarks on a journey to rescue a young woman named Marie Marais from the clutches of a group of ruthless slave traders.The story begins with Allan Quatermain receiving a letter from his friend, Sir Henry Curtis, informing him of the plight of Marie Marais, the daughter of a wealthy farmer who has been kidnapped by a group of slave traders. Quatermain sets out on a perilous journey to rescue Marie, accompanied by his loyal servant, Hans, and a young warrior named Umslopogaas.As they travel deeper into the African wilderness, Quatermain and his companions face numerous dangers and obstacles, including hostile tribes, treacherous terrain, and ferocious wild animals. Along the way, they also encounter a mysterious woman named Nombe who possesses supernatural powers and aids them in their quest.As they get closer to their destination, Quatermain and his companions learn the true nature of Marie's captors and the sinister plot they have in store for her. With time running out, they must use all their skills and ingenuity to rescue Marie and foil the slave traders' plans.Marie: An Episode In The Life Of The Late Allan Quatermain is a thrilling adventure story that combines elements of action, suspense, and romance. It is a classic example of Haggard's writing style, which is known for its vivid descriptions of exotic locales, colorful characters, and thrilling action sequences. The book is a must-read for fans of adventure fiction and anyone looking for an exciting and entertaining read.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
