Maiwa's Revenge

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Set against the backdrop of Colonial Africa, the book explores the life and influences of Sir Henry Rider Haggard, a Victorian adventure novelist. His experiences as an assistant to the secretary of the Lieutenant-Governor of Natal, coupled with encounters with remarkable adventurers and ancient ruins, inspired his iconic Allan Quatermain adventures. Additionally, Haggard's writings reflect his insights on agricultural and social reform, drawing from both his African experiences and European observations.