| Author |
Aimard, Gustave, 1818-1883 |
| Translator |
Wraxall, Lascelles, Sir, 1828-1865 |
| Uniform Title |
La loi de lynch. English
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| Title |
The Trapper's Daughter: A Story of the Rocky Mountains
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| Credits |
Produced by Camilo Bernard and Marc D'Hooghe (Scans at the Internet Archive, by Google)
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| Summary |
"The Trapper's Daughter: A Story of the Rocky Mountains" by Gustave Aimard is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story unfolds amidst the rugged landscapes of the Rocky Mountains, focusing on the complex relationships and tensions between its characters, particularly exploring themes of love, vengeance, and familial loyalty. The main characters introduced are Don Pablo Zarate and Ellen, the daughter of the notorious squatter Red Cedar, whose families are embroiled in violence and tragedy. At the start of the tale, the narrative sets a gripping scene with Don Pablo racing through a storm on horseback to meet Ellen. Their tender yet tumultuous conversation reveals their deep emotional ties complicated by their families' violent history—the clash between Don Pablo's love for Ellen and the memories of her father's past crimes against his own kin. As they grapple with their feelings against the backdrop of impending danger, tension begins to mount, setting the stage for conflict and personal strife that is likely to unfold as the story progresses. This opening portion hints at a rich tapestry of adventure and drama, encouraging readers to delve deeper into the characters' journeys. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Western stories
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| Subject |
Mountain life -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Rocky Mountains -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
42119 |
| Release Date |
Feb 17, 2013 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 3, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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