When the World Shook

When the World Shook is a fictional memoir by H. Rider Haggard, published in 1921. It follows Humphrey Arbuthnot from Devonshire on a perilous voyage to the island of Orofena in the South Seas, accompanied by his companions Bickley, the servant Bastin, and a spaniel named Tommy. The narrative explores themes of adventure and danger, culminating in Arbuthnot's eventual demise, making it a notable work in Haggard's exploration of exotic locales and human experiences.