Literature · Film · 1856–1925
H. Rider Haggard — Age, Birthday & Biography
Born: 22 June 1856 · Died: 14 May 1925 · Age at death: 68
How old was H. Rider Haggard when he died?
H. Rider Haggard died aged 68. He was born on 22 June 1856 and died on 14 May 1925.
Author of adventure novels such as King Solomon's Mines
Did you know?His character Allan Quatermain is often cited as a primary inspiration for the creation of Indiana Jones.
Sir Henry Rider Haggard (22 June 1856 – 14 May 1925) was an English writer of adventure fiction romances set in exotic locations, predominantly Africa, and a pioneer of the lost world literary genre. He was also involved in land reform throughout the British Empire.
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- Age at death
- 68
- Years since death
- 101
- Born
- June 22, 1856 · Bradenham, United Kingdom
- Died
- May 14, 1925
- Nationality
- British
- Known for
- Literature, Film
Family
- Father
- William Meybohm Rider Haggard
- Mother
- Ella Doveton
- Spouse
- Mariana Louisa Margitson
- Children
- Agnes Angela Rider Haggard, Arthur John Rider Haggard, Lilias Rider Haggard, Sybil Dorothy Rider Haggard
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