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Sir Henry Rider Haggard (; 22 June 1856 – 14 May 1925) was an English writer of adventure fiction set in exotic locations, predominantly Africa, and a pioneer of the lost world literary genre. He was also involved in agricultural reform throughout the British Empire. His stories, situated at the lighter end of Victorian literature, continue to be popular and influential.

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Heart of the World

Don Ignatio and the Englishman, James Strickland, set out on a dangerous and exciting journey in search of the last lost Mayan city in Mexico. On the way, the two friends meet the old Native American chief, Zibalbay, and his beautiful daughter, Maya, who guide them on their mission.

Soon, they find themselves involved in a power struggle, which introduces the former fiancé of Maya, Chief Tikal, to the travelers, and a thrilling love triangle starts brewing between Maya, Tikal and James Strickland.
Henry Rider Haggaard (1856-1925) was an English author of Danish decent. Following his debut non-fiction book on South Africa, he helped introduce the "Lost World" genre through his character of Allan Quatermain from the classic bestseller ‘King Solomon's Mines’. Haggaard has influenced many other Fantasy writers, among these J.R.R. Tolkien, and several of his books have been adapted to film as well as inspired the ‘Indiana Jones’ movies.
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Udgivelsesdato04 jan. 2017
Udgivet afSAGA Egmont
Sprogeng
ISBN epub9789176393215
ISBN lydbog9789176391709