332. King Solomon's Mines

In 1885, H. Rider Haggard’s brother offered him a wager: five shillings if he could write a book half as good as Robert Lewis Stevenson’s “Treasure Island”.By the end of the year, Haggard had penned a novel that would become the foundational text of the lost world literary genre. “King Solomon’s Mines” was one of the first English adventure novels set in Africa, a story brimming with treasure, bravery and romance, featuring all-action hero Allan Quartermain and his gang. Haggard’s work would inspire the likes of Conan Doyle, H.P Lovecraft, and many more. Join Tom and Dominic as they discuss H. Rider Haggard and his literary legacy.
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[@christelledevilliers5784]

Fascinating! Especially as a South African. I’m always surprised by the impact that our great country had on various figures in history and the imagination of The West. We often take our intrigue for granted. Great episode!

[@toptester301]

I've been rereading some Edgar Rice Burroughs. This is perfectly timed for me.

[@deusvult5247]

Love your guys show. Hello from Los Angeles

[@davidcoleman2796]

Great talk . I have read both books and am also a lover of Wilbur Smith . This went very deep . Well done lads .

[@jstanc18]

Will there ever be a Prester John episode

[@Celtic2Realms]

Archaeology starts up in the second half of the 19th century. Again exploring lost worlds

[@hatjodelka]

For years I thought I'd read 'King Solomon's Mines' and that all the best bits featured geese. It was only recently I realised that what I'd read was Konrad Lorenz's 'King Solomon's Ring'.

[@henkvandergaast3948]

Hahaha.. The idea of "She" travelled at least to "Earthworm Jim" for my kids

[@sethd2738]

These are all great comments

[@michaelbedford8017]

I find myself strangely fascinated by your podcast. Between you and me, ('mum's the word' and all that) but have you come across any info, like 'grid references' and suchlike. I won't let the cat out of the bag if you don't. 50/50 split?

[@gosiachaaban2484]

I once met Ethiopians speaking Hebrew, they said they are descendants of Queen Sheba and Solomon. How did Hebrew come to Ethiopia? Another thing is that Phoenicians did go to Africa, too.

[@chewzhelin6146]

that's beta israel, and yes, they has fairly significant middle eastern genetic and pretty similar to Jews

[@gosiachaaban2484]

@@chewzhelin6146 Do you mean similar in genes, habits or looks?