H. Rider Haggard 
The Ancient Allan [EPUB ebook] 

The story is a prequel to Haggard’s popular novel ‘She’ and follows the adventures of Allan Quatermain, the famous explorer and adventurer, as he travels to the lost kingdom of Kor in search of a legendary treasure. Along the way, Quatermain is reunited with his old friend, Sir Henry Curtis, and meets a colorful cast of characters, including a beautiful woman named Stella, a fierce warrior named Umslopogaas, and a mysterious priestess named Zikali. Together, they face numerous dangers and obstacles, including treacherous deserts, deadly traps, and hostile tribes. ‘The Ancient Allan’ is a thrilling adventure tale that showcases Haggard’s skill as a storyteller and his deep knowledge of African cultures and landscapes. It is a classic of the adventure genre and remains popular with readers to this day.