Publisher's Synopsis

Ayesha: The Return of She is a novel written by H. Rider Haggard, first published in 1905. It is a sequel to his earlier novel She, which tells the story of a mysterious and immortal queen named Ayesha who rules over a lost kingdom in Africa. In this sequel, Ayesha returns to the world of men after thousands of years of isolation, seeking the reincarnated soul of her lost love, Kallikrates. She finds him in the form of Leo Vincey, a young man from England, and sets out to win his love and loyalty, even as she faces new challenges and dangers in her quest for immortality.The novel is set in the late 19th century and combines elements of adventure, romance, and fantasy. It explores themes of love, death, immortality, and the limits of human knowledge and ambition. The story takes the reader on a journey across the world, from the deserts of Arabia to the jungles of Africa, as Ayesha and Leo face numerous obstacles and adversaries in their quest for eternal life.Ayesha: The Return of She is a classic work of Victorian literature and a notable example of the ""lost world"" genre. It has inspired numerous adaptations and imitations, including films, comics, and other novels. It remains a popular and influential work of fiction, known for its vivid descriptions, memorable characters, and timeless themes.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1904 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Book information

ISBN: 9781494172329
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Imprint: Literary Licensing, LLC
Pub date:
DEWEY: FIC
Language: English
Number of pages: 192
Weight: 426g
Height: 229mm
Width: 152mm
Spine width: 13mm