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The collection includes the titular story, "Allan's Wife," which serves as a sequel to "Allan Quatermain." In this story, Allan Quatermain's wife, Stella, who had accompanied him on previous adventures, passes away. Allan, grief-stricken and filled with a sense of purposelessness, embarks on a dangerous quest to rescue a young Englishwoman named Juanna, who has been captured by an African tribe. As Allan's search for Juanna unfolds, he encounters treacherous landscapes, hostile tribes, and supernatural occurrences.Aside from "Allan's Wife," the collection also includes other standalone tales such as "Hunter Quatermain's Story," which explores the adventures of Allan Quatermain's father, and "A Tale of Three Lions," a thrilling story about big-game hunting.H. Rider Haggard was known for his vivid descriptions of exotic locations, his adventurous narratives, and his engaging characters. "Allan's Wife and Other Tales" continues in the tradition of his works, offering readers a mix of action, exploration, and elements of the supernatural.It's worth noting that while "Allan's Wife" is a sequel to "Allan Quatermain," the other stories in the collection are standalone tales and do not necessarily have direct connections to the Allan Quatermain series.