Book description
She (1887), an intoxicating mix of adventure, fantasy, and romance, is an underappreciated classic of English literature. Among his most successful works, She -which was inspired by Haggard's experience living in South Africa-helped the author establish his reputation as a leading writer of his generation and an invaluable pioneer of…
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1 author picked She as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
I feel sadness for readers who haven’t experienced the excitement of this book with its aura of the ancient sacred. Set in the darkest Africa, this Lost Civilization novel, despite its colonialist overtones, stoked a fire of passion in me for thrilling reading and writing. (Rather like the unearthly pillar of fire that She bathed inside to preserve her unworldly beauty!)
For me, the story of an immortal woman and love and death across the eons is unforgettable, as is the terrible and beautiful She herself.
From Roy's list on Egypt mysteries that satisfy ancient ache.
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