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H. Rider Haggard’s *The People of the Mist* is a classic lost‑race adventure set in ancient, wild Africa. The narrative follows explorers who uncover a forgotten civilization deep within the continent’s unforgiving wilderness. Haggard’s vivid detailing and dramatic pacing turn the discovery into a gripping tale of exploration and mystery.
First publish date: 1894
Genre: Adventure Fiction/Action Adventure
Authors: H. Rider Haggard
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