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H. Rider Haggard's Benita, An African Romance portrays a strong and brave protagonist as she embarks on a classic adventure. Set in Africa during the early 19th century, Benita, An African Romance features hidden temples, lost treasure, shipwrecks, reincarnations, run-ins with natives, and ghosts. With the fusion of adventure, romance, and supernatural genres, Benita, An African Romance is gripping from start to finish.Benita Clifford grew up in England, away from the father that her mother refused to marry due to his struggle with addiction. Benita's happy life in England comes to an end, however, when her mother tragically passes away, prompting Benita to move back to Africa per her father's request.Benita's adventure starts long before she sets foot on African land, as she encounters the turbulent sea and becomes enamored by a man named Robert Seymour. As the journey continues, Benita and Seymour grow closer, but their young relationship is threatened by a force of nature. Benita arrives in Africa shaken, but ready to start anew. When she hears of a quest for lost Portuguese treasure, Benita is eager to join the adventure with her father and his partner.As they trek through land unknown, Benita and the expedition group brave countless challenges, including hostile native groups, shocking discoveries, dangerous environments, and a mysterious seventeenth century ghost.This edition of Benita, An African Romance by H. Rider Haggard features an eye-catching new cover and professional design which makes it both modern and readable. With these accommodations, Benita, An African Romance caters to a contemporary audience while preserving the original mastery and adventure of H. Rider Haggard's work.
