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Hunter Quatermain's Story
Henry Rider Haggard
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A part of a series of short stories of hunters coming together for a drink to hear the regaled story of Allan Quartermain and his hunting experiences in Africa.
A part of a series of short stories of hunters coming together for a drink to hear the regaled story of Allan Quartermain and his hunting experiences in Africa.
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"Yes, Quatermain, I think you are quite right," said Sir Henry. "Precisely the same considerations have forced Good and myself to hold our tongues. We did not wish to be bracketed with—well, with other famous travellers."
There was a murmur of disappointment at these announcements.
"I believe you are all hoaxing us," said the young lady next Mr. Quatermain, rather sharply.
"Believe me," answered the old hunter, with a quaint courtesy and a little bow of his grizzled head; "though I have lived all my life in the wilderness, and amongst savages, I have neither the heart, nor the want of manners, to wish to deceive one so lovely."
Whereat the young lady, who was pretty, looked appeased.
"This is very dreadful," I broke . . . Read More
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Community Reviews
I love H. Rider Haggard's writing; therefore, when reviewing a piece by this writer I begin with certain caveats. Hunter Quatermain's story was written over 100 years ago when modern sensibilities were yet in the embryonic stage. British colonialism was considered a good, misogynistic concepts and i
Very short hunting story
Barely starts before it finishes, but has some fine incidental detail. Not worth your time unless you're a fan of Haggard.
These are short stories that were found in later years. They are just as fun as his novels.
I'm actually reading these tales in separate e-books, but since I've gotten through "Long Odds,", "Three Lions," and "Hunter Quartermain's Story," I've read enough to say something,especially since it may be a bit before I get through the other two tales. When I do, I may have more to say.
The three