The Freebooters: A Story of the Texan War by Gustave Aimard

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Author Aimard, Gustave, 1818-1883
Translator Wraxall, Lascelles, Sir, 1828-1865
LoC No. 22017350
Title The Freebooters: A Story of the Texan War
Credits Produced by Camille Bernard & Marc D'Hooghe
Summary "The Freebooters: A Story of the Texan War" by Gustave Aimard is a historical novel likely written in the mid-19th century. The narrative captures the tumultuous era of the Texan War, highlighting themes of bravery, conflict, and survival amidst the backdrop of a struggle for independence. The opening introduces a range of characters, including Fray Antonio, who finds himself at the mercy of the Apaches after narrowly escaping a dangerous encounter, bringing to life the complexities of the human experience during war. The beginning of "The Freebooters" sets the stage for Fray Antonio’s journey and the challenges he faces in the wild, portrayed as a plump, somewhat cowardly monk who must grapple with his fate after fleeing an attack by Redskins. His initial fears transform into survival instincts as he rallies himself to seek shelter from the lurking dangers of the night. Soon after, he encounters a group of Apaches who, rather than treating him as an enemy, surprisingly offer him hospitality. This initial encounter with the Apaches hints at underlying themes of courage and cultural misunderstandings, setting a tone for further narratives of tension and camaraderie that will unfold as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Texas -- History -- Revolution, 1835-1836 -- Fiction
Subject Western stories
Category Text
EBook-No. 40602
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 3, 2024
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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