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Title: Betty Zane
Note: Reading ease score: 82.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Note: Early American Heroine
Credits: Etext prepared by Bill Brewer
Summary: "Betty Zane" by Zane Grey is a historical novel written during the late 19th century. The story is set against the backdrop of the American frontier and follows the Zane family, particularly focusing on the character of Elizabeth Zane, a spirited and courageous young woman. The novel delves into themes of heroism, familial duty, and romance, all while depicting the challenges of settler life during a tumultuous period in American history. The opening of "Betty Zane" sets the scene in Wheeling, West Virginia, where a monument commemorates the siege of Fort Henry, highlighting the historical significance of the Zane family in the region. The prologue introduces Colonel Ebenezer Zane, who envisions founding a settlement in the Ohio Valley and demonstrates the fearless spirit characteristic of the Zane family. As the narrative progresses to the first chapter, readers are introduced to Betty Zane, who displays a blend of beauty and fiery temperament, along with her brothers' protective nature. The stage is set for the conflicts to come, both in the form of Indian skirmishes and personal struggles, particularly with a soldier named Alfred Clarke, who complicates Betty's emotions after a challenging encounter. The rich detail of frontier life and the interplay of personal and historical events lay the groundwork for an engaging tale. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Grey, Zane, 1872-1939
EBook No.: 1261
Published: Apr 1, 1998
Downloads: 88
Language: English
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: Biographical fiction
Subject: Women pioneers -- Fiction
Subject: Frontier and pioneer life -- Fiction
Subject: Zane, Betty -- Fiction
Subject: Wetzel, Lewis, 1763-1808 -- Fiction
Subject: Indians of North America -- Wars -- 1750-1815 -- Fiction
Subject: Fort Henry (W. Va.) -- Fiction
Subject: Ohio River Valley -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Betty Zane
Note: Reading ease score: 82.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Note: Early American Heroine
Credits: Etext prepared by Bill Brewer
Summary: "Betty Zane" by Zane Grey is a historical novel written during the late 19th century. The story is set against the backdrop of the American frontier and follows the Zane family, particularly focusing on the character of Elizabeth Zane, a spirited and courageous young woman. The novel delves into themes of heroism, familial duty, and romance, all while depicting the challenges of settler life during a tumultuous period in American history. The opening of "Betty Zane" sets the scene in Wheeling, West Virginia, where a monument commemorates the siege of Fort Henry, highlighting the historical significance of the Zane family in the region. The prologue introduces Colonel Ebenezer Zane, who envisions founding a settlement in the Ohio Valley and demonstrates the fearless spirit characteristic of the Zane family. As the narrative progresses to the first chapter, readers are introduced to Betty Zane, who displays a blend of beauty and fiery temperament, along with her brothers' protective nature. The stage is set for the conflicts to come, both in the form of Indian skirmishes and personal struggles, particularly with a soldier named Alfred Clarke, who complicates Betty's emotions after a challenging encounter. The rich detail of frontier life and the interplay of personal and historical events lay the groundwork for an engaging tale. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Grey, Zane, 1872-1939
EBook No.: 1261
Published: Apr 1, 1998
Downloads: 88
Language: English
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: Biographical fiction
Subject: Women pioneers -- Fiction
Subject: Frontier and pioneer life -- Fiction
Subject: Zane, Betty -- Fiction
Subject: Wetzel, Lewis, 1763-1808 -- Fiction
Subject: Indians of North America -- Wars -- 1750-1815 -- Fiction
Subject: Fort Henry (W. Va.) -- Fiction
Subject: Ohio River Valley -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.