| Author |
Haggard, H. Rider (Henry Rider), 1856-1925 |
| Translator |
Järnefelt, Saimi, 1867-1944 |
| Uniform Title |
A tale of three lions. Finnish
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| Title |
Tarina kolmesta leijonasta
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 35.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Tarina kolmesta leijonasta" by H. Rider Haggard is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story features the character Allan Quatermain, a seasoned adventurer who embarks on a journey back into the African wilderness, where he confronts both the beauty and dangers of the untamed landscape. The narrative blends elements of adventure and exploration, focusing on Quatermain's experiences and encounters with wildlife, particularly the titular lions. The opening of the novel introduces Allan Quatermain, who reminisces about his past adventures in Africa while currently living in England. He reflects on his longing for the wilderness and the adventures that await him. As he returns to the African bush, accompanied by his son Harry and companions, they soon find themselves in perilous situations involving lions. A pivotal moment arises when they discover a hidden cache of gold while mining, which triggers a series of events filled with danger. The beginning sets a suspenseful tone, establishing the theme of exploration and the confrontation with nature that will unfold throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Africa -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Hunting guides -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Quatermain, Allan (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
54768 |
| Release Date |
May 23, 2017 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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