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Synopsis
An enduring adventure yarn set in pre colonial Africa, culminating in the discovery of a lost civilization ruled by a beautiful eternally youthful queen. "She is generally considered to be one of the classics of imaginative literature and with 83 million copies sold by 1965, it is one of the best-selling books of all time." See more at: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/She_(novel)
Is She appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This Victorian-era adventure novel contains moderate violence typical of period exploration tales, colonialism themes that reflect 19th-century attitudes, and mild romantic content. The portrayal of African settings and cultures reflects problematic colonial-era perspectives that warrant discussion.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include death, violence, and colonialism.
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Who'll love this
Teens will enjoy this classic adventure story about explorers discovering a hidden civilization ruled by an immortal queen in the heart of Africa.