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Montezuma’s Daughter – An attractive 1902 Silver Library edition of H. Rider Haggard’s classic historical adventure set during the Spanish conquest of Mexico, illustrated by Maurice Greiffenhagen and increasingly sought after by collectors of Victorian fiction.
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Travel into the heart of the Aztec Empire with Montezuma’s Daughter, one of Sir H. Rider Haggard’s most enduring historical adventure novels. First published in 1893, this classic tale combines romance, exploration, revenge and historical fiction in a sweeping narrative that has captivated readers for well over a century. Set during the dramatic Spanish conquest of Mexico, the novel follows Thomas Wingfield, an English adventurer whose extraordinary journey leads him into the magnificent yet doomed world of Emperor Montezuma’s empire. Along the way he encounters legendary figures, fierce battles, political intrigue and unforgettable acts of courage and sacrifice.
H. Rider Haggard, renowned for masterpieces such as King Solomon’s Mines and She, brings the Aztec civilisation vividly to life through richly detailed storytelling and memorable characters. This early 1902 Silver Library impression, published by Longmans, Green, and Co., represents an attractive example of one of the author’s most sought-after historical adventures. Complete with illustrations by Maurice Greiffenhagen, Montezuma’s Daughter remains highly collectible among enthusiasts of Victorian literature, imperial adventure fiction and classic historical novels.
More than a century after its publication, Montezuma’s Daughter continues to appeal to collectors of antiquarian books, Haggard enthusiasts and readers interested in the literature of exploration and colonial-era adventure. Early Longmans editions are increasingly difficult to source in South Africa, making Montezuma’s Daughter an appealing addition to any private library or collection of classic English fiction. Whether purchased as a collectible or for its enduring literary value, this edition offers an opportunity to own one of the defining adventure novels of the late Victorian period.
Condition – Good
Original maroon cloth boards with gilt decoration and lettering. Moderate rubbing and wear to the spine ends and corners, with minor fraying. Text block remains sound with age-toning to the page edges. Small previous owner’s signature on the front endpaper and light pencil price notation on the title page. Internally clean overall with occasional light foxing. Appears complete with illustrations.
