She and Allan

Allan Quatermain, the famous hunter and adventurer, haunted by the deaths of those he has loved, visits the ancient wizard Zikali, who gives him a talisman and a strange mission: to seek out a white witch beyond the Zambesi who may tell him whether the dead live on. Accompanied by his loyal servant Hans and the legendary warrior Umslopogaas, Allan sets out on a journey that will take him through dangerous swamps, hidden kingdoms, and into the presence of Ayesha, the beautiful and terrifying sorceress known as She-who-must-be-obeyed.

First published in 1921, She and Allan is a classic adventure novel that combines African exploration, supernatural mystery, and romance. It brings together two of H. Rider Haggard's most enduring characters in a story set long before his famous novel She. Readers who enjoy tales of lost civilizations, daring battles, and encounters with the unknown will find much to enjoy here, as will those interested in the colonial-era literature that shaped modern fantasy.

This edition contains the complete text of She and Allan, a new introduction, a character guide, a summary of the story, a list of themes, a glossary of old and unusual words, and discussion questions for readers, students, and book clubs.