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Title: The Scouts of the Valley
Credits: Produced by An Anonymous Volunteer, and David Widger
Summary: "The Scouts of the Valley" by Joseph A. Altsheler is a historical novel set in the late 19th century, reflecting a time of exploration and tension between the early American settlers and Native Americans. The narrative primarily follows a young frontiersman named Henry Ware, who embodies the spirit of adventure and survival in the wilderness. As he navigates through the dangers of the Ohio Valley, the story explores themes of conflict, loyalty, and the perseverance of the human spirit. The opening of the novel immerses readers in the rugged landscape as Henry paddles his canoe up a river, showcasing his keen instincts and resilience. The calmness of the waters quickly shifts when he encounters a contingent of Indian warriors, led by the formidable chief Timmendiquas. This encounter sets the stage for a broader conflict between various tribes and settlers, hinting at the impending dangers that await. As the story unfolds, Henry transitions from a solitary hunter to a central figure in a precarious struggle involving lost comrades and alliances, driving home the challenges faced in a land rife with both wonder and peril. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Altsheler, Joseph A. (Joseph Alexander), 1862-1919
EBook No.: 1078
Published: Oct 1, 1997
Downloads: 140
Language: English
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: Wyoming Valley (Pa.) -- Fiction
Subject: Chemung River Valley (N.Y. and Pa.) -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Scouts of the Valley
Credits: Produced by An Anonymous Volunteer, and David Widger
Summary: "The Scouts of the Valley" by Joseph A. Altsheler is a historical novel set in the late 19th century, reflecting a time of exploration and tension between the early American settlers and Native Americans. The narrative primarily follows a young frontiersman named Henry Ware, who embodies the spirit of adventure and survival in the wilderness. As he navigates through the dangers of the Ohio Valley, the story explores themes of conflict, loyalty, and the perseverance of the human spirit. The opening of the novel immerses readers in the rugged landscape as Henry paddles his canoe up a river, showcasing his keen instincts and resilience. The calmness of the waters quickly shifts when he encounters a contingent of Indian warriors, led by the formidable chief Timmendiquas. This encounter sets the stage for a broader conflict between various tribes and settlers, hinting at the impending dangers that await. As the story unfolds, Henry transitions from a solitary hunter to a central figure in a precarious struggle involving lost comrades and alliances, driving home the challenges faced in a land rife with both wonder and peril. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Altsheler, Joseph A. (Joseph Alexander), 1862-1919
EBook No.: 1078
Published: Oct 1, 1997
Downloads: 140
Language: English
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: Wyoming Valley (Pa.) -- Fiction
Subject: Chemung River Valley (N.Y. and Pa.) -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.