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Title: The Emigrant Trail

Note: Reading ease score: 80.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Al Haines

Summary: "The Emigrant Trail" by Geraldine Bonner is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The book is set in the mid-19th century during the California Gold Rush, and it follows a group of emigrants preparing for a journey westward. The narrative centers on David Crystal, a young man motivated by the call of the frontier, and his interactions with fellow travelers, especially Dr. Gillespie and his daughter, Susan, who represent a more genteel background contrasted against the ruggedness of the trail. The opening of "The Emigrant Trail" introduces readers to the rainy days of May 1848, where the emigrants gather in Independence, anticipating their journey to California, spurred by the lure of gold. We meet David Crystal, who mourns the recent loss of his friend, and witnesses the dynamics of other travelers in camp. The Gillespies, an intriguing new addition to David's expedition, are presented as a father-daughter duo seeking to join the group after being delayed in their journey. Susan's vibrant character becomes a focal point as David finds himself drawn to her, setting the stage for romantic exploration amidst the challenges of their shared trek. This early segment skillfully establishes the historical context, character motivations, and the allure of an epic journey, inviting readers to delve deeper into the unfolding story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Bonner, Geraldine, 1870-1930

EBook No.: 19113

Published: Aug 24, 2006

Downloads: 75

Language: English

Subject: Overland journeys to the Pacific -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Emigrant Trail

Note: Reading ease score: 80.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Al Haines

Summary: "The Emigrant Trail" by Geraldine Bonner is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The book is set in the mid-19th century during the California Gold Rush, and it follows a group of emigrants preparing for a journey westward. The narrative centers on David Crystal, a young man motivated by the call of the frontier, and his interactions with fellow travelers, especially Dr. Gillespie and his daughter, Susan, who represent a more genteel background contrasted against the ruggedness of the trail. The opening of "The Emigrant Trail" introduces readers to the rainy days of May 1848, where the emigrants gather in Independence, anticipating their journey to California, spurred by the lure of gold. We meet David Crystal, who mourns the recent loss of his friend, and witnesses the dynamics of other travelers in camp. The Gillespies, an intriguing new addition to David's expedition, are presented as a father-daughter duo seeking to join the group after being delayed in their journey. Susan's vibrant character becomes a focal point as David finds himself drawn to her, setting the stage for romantic exploration amidst the challenges of their shared trek. This early segment skillfully establishes the historical context, character motivations, and the allure of an epic journey, inviting readers to delve deeper into the unfolding story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Bonner, Geraldine, 1870-1930

EBook No.: 19113

Published: Aug 24, 2006

Downloads: 75

Language: English

Subject: Overland journeys to the Pacific -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.