Buuritytön tarina by H. Rider Haggard
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"Buuritytön tarina" by H. Rider Haggard is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The book explores the life and experiences of Allan Quatermain as he recounts his youthful love for Marie Marais and the historical context surrounding the Boer and Zulu conflicts in South Africa. The narrative promises an intertwining of personal relationships with significant historical events, showcasing themes of love, loyalty, and adventure. The opening of the book
introduces Allan Quatermain as he reflects on his past, particularly focusing on his first love for Marie Marais, a young girl of Huguenot descent living on a nearby farm. As he reminisces about their youthful interactions, he also sets the stage for a broader historical tale that encompasses the tensions between British settlers and the indigenous Zulu people, along with the impending danger associated with these conflicts. Quatermain's narrative begins with an exploration of his relationships and the challenges he faced growing up in a tumultuous colonial environment, foreshadowing the romantic and historical conflicts that will unfold as he delves deeper into his story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Haggard, H. Rider (Henry Rider), 1856-1925 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Nieminen, Jalmari |
| Uniform Title | Marie. Finnish |
| Title | Buuritytön tarina |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Timo Ervasti and Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 39.1 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Quatermain, Allan (Fictitious character) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 55516 |
| Release Date | Sep 9, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 235 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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