The Heart of the Desert (Kut-Le of the Desert) by Honoré Morrow
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| Author | Morrow, Honoré, 1880-1940 |
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| Illustrator | Dunton, W. Herbert, 1878-1936 |
| Title | The Heart of the Desert (Kut-Le of the Desert) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Al Haines |
| Summary | "The Heart of the Desert (Kut-Le of the Desert)" by Honoré Willsie is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around Rhoda Tuttle, a delicate young woman suffering from health issues, who meets Charley Cartwell, an Indian engineer, after being stung by a scorpion in the desert. The book explores themes of race, culture, and love as Rhoda grapples with her feelings for Cartwell against the backdrop of her fragile state and the prejudices of those around her. The opening of the book introduces Rhoda in the arid landscape of the desert, showcasing her vulnerability as she struggles with her injured foot. Charley Cartwell, whose mixed heritage is initially a point of contention, comes to her aid and their interaction sets in motion a series of events that emphasize their contrasting worlds. As Rhoda's physical and emotional trials unfold, the reader witnesses her interactions with various characters, including DeWitt, who harbors feelings for her, and the societal views that complicate her budding relationship with Cartwell. This intimate introduction to Rhoda and the evolving dynamics hint at a deeper narrative delving into themes of identity, healing, and the healing power of love amid cultural divides. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Western stories |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Indians of North America -- West (U.S.) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 16777 |
| Release Date | Sep 30, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 74 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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