Influence On Children's Literature in The 19th Century
During the 19th century, Haggard was one of many individuals who contributed to children’s literature. Morton N. Cohen described King Solomon’s Mines as " story ha universal interest, for grown-ups as well as youngsters". Haggard himself wanted to write the book for boys, but it would ultimately have an influence on children and adults around the world. Cohen explained that, "King Solomon’s Mines was being read in the public schools aloud in class-rooms".
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