The Ancient Allan (Classic Stories)


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Embark on an Epic Adventure with "The Ancient Allan (Classic Stories)" by H. Rider Haggard! Welcome to the mesmerizing world of adventure and intrigue with "The Ancient Allan (Classic Stories)" by the legendary H. Rider Haggard. Prepare to be transported to distant lands and lost civilizations as you join Allan Quatermain on a quest of epic proportions. Set against the backdrop of untamed Africa, "The Ancient Allan" follows the daring exploits of Allan Quatermain, the fearless explorer and renowned adventurer. Join Quatermain and his companions as they journey deep into the heart of the continent in search of treasure, glory, and ancient secrets. With Haggard's masterful storytelling and vivid imagination, "The Ancient Allan" takes readers on a thrilling odyssey filled with danger, discovery, and larger-than-life characters. From the mysterious ruins of lost civilizations to the majestic landscapes of the African wilderness, Haggard paints a breathtaking portrait of a world teeming with adventure and mystery. As you delve deeper into the pages of "The Ancient Allan," you'll encounter themes of bravery, friendship, and the enduring quest for truth and justice. Haggard's richly drawn characters and intricate plot twists keep readers on the edge of their seats, eagerly turning pages to uncover the secrets that lie hidden beneath the surface. Since its publication, "The Ancient Allan (Classic Stories)" has captivated readers with its timeless appeal and gripping narrative. Whether you're a fan of classic literature, adventure tales, or historical fiction, this collection offers a captivating glimpse into the imagination of one of the greatest storytellers of all time. Join H. Rider Haggard on an unforgettable journey through the pages of "The Ancient Allan (Classic Stories)." Order your copy today and experience the thrill of adventure, discovery, and timeless storytelling. Don't miss your chance to embark on an epic adventure with "The Ancient Allan (Classic Stories)" by H. Rider Haggard. Order your copy now and discover why this timeless tale continues to captivate readers around the world!




Allan Quatermain


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The character Allan Quatermain is the hero of H. Rider Haggard's novel King Solomon's Mines. In this adventure novel named after him, Quatermain longs for a return to the wilderness after losing his son. He talks a number of companions into joining him and they journey inland from Africa's east coast, where they are attacked by Masai warriors. As part of our mission to publish great works of literary fiction and nonfiction, Sheba Blake Publishing Corp. is extremely dedicated to bringing to the forefront the amazing works of long dead and truly talented authors.




She and Allan


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I believe it was the old Egyptians - a very wise people, probably indeed much wiser than we know for in the leisure of their ample centuries they had time to think out things - who declared that each individual personality is made up of six or seven different elements, although the Bible only allows us three, namely body soul and spirit...







The Ancient Allan


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The Ancient Allan by H. Rider Haggard In this new story of ancient Egypt, Sir Rider Haggard brings back for still another adventure--and such an adventure--the immortal Allan Quatermain. To quote Allan himself, "This is the weirdest of all my experiences." While not in any sense a sequel to THE IVORY CHILD, the reader will meet several of the characters of that story in this new book. We are delighted to publish this classic book as part of our extensive Classic Library collection. Many of the books in our collection have been out of print for decades, and therefore have not been accessible to the general public. The aim of our publishing program is to facilitate rapid access to this vast reservoir of literature, and our view is that this is a significant literary work, which deserves to be brought back into print after many decades. The contents of the vast majority of titles in the Classic Library have been scanned from the original works. To ensure a high quality product, each title has been meticulously hand curated by our staff. Our philosophy has been guided by a desire to provide the reader with a book that is as close as possible to ownership of the original work. We hope that you will enjoy this wonderful classic work, and that for you it becomes an enriching experience.







The Stories of Edgar Allan Poe


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A collection of twenty-four illustrated stories by the nineteenth-century American writer best known for his tales of horror.




The Uncollected Stories of Allan Gurganus


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One of “the best writers of our time” (Ann Patchett) offers this hilarious yet haunting cycle of stories—all previously uncollected. Since the explosive publication of Oldest Living Confederate Widow Tells All, Allan Gurganus has dazzled readers as “the most technically gifted and morally responsive writer of his generation” (John Cheever). He has been praised as "one of America’s preeminent novelists, our prime conductor of electric sentences" (William Giraldi). Above all, Allan Gurganus is a seriously funny writer, an expert at evoking humor, especially in our troubled times. Now he offers nine classic tales—never before between covers. They attest to his mastery of the short story and the growing depth of his genius. Offering characters antic and tragic, Gurganus charts the human condition—masked and unmasked—as we live it now. “Once upon a time” collides with the everyday. We meet a mortician whose dedication to his departed clients exceeds all legal limits. We encounter a seaside couple fighting to save their family dog from Maine’s fierce undertow. A virginal seventy-eight-year-old grammar school librarian has her sole erotic experience with a polyamorous snake farmer. A vicious tornado sends twin boys aloft, leaving only one of them alive. And, in an eerily prescient story, cholera strikes a rural village in 1849 and citizens come to blame their doomed young doctor who saved hundreds. These meticulously crafted parables recall William Faulkner’s scope and Flannery O’Connor’s corrosive wit. Imbuing each story with charged drama, Gurganus, a sublime ventriloquist, again proves himself among our funniest writers and our wisest.




Classical Literature


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William Allan's Very Short Introduction provides a concise and lively guide to the major authors, genres, and periods of classical literature. Drawing upon a wealth of material, he reveals just what makes the 'classics' such masterpieces and why they continue to influence and fascinate today.




Classic Mystery Stories


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Contains thirteen mystery stories, written between 1841 and 1920, and includes "The Murders in the Rue Morgue," by Edgar Allan Poe, "Three Detective Anecdotes," by Charles Dickens, and "The Leopard Man's Story," by Jack London.