The Young Fur Traders by R. M. Ballantyne
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| Author | Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael), 1825-1894 |
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| Title | The Young Fur Traders |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England |
| Summary | "The Young Fur Traders" by R. M. Ballantyne is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story transports readers to the Red River Settlement in North America, focusing on the adventures of Charley Kennedy and his sister Kate as they navigate the trials and tribulations of life in the fur trading industry during the harsh Arctic winters. The narrative promises a blend of excitement, exploration, and the dynamics of family relationships set against the backdrop of rugged wilderness. At the start of the novel, the author introduces us to the main characters, Charley and Kate Kennedy, who are portrayed in a moment of frustration as Charley expresses his desire to escape the controlling grip of his father's plans for him. The scene shifts between the siblings' deep bond and their father's intentions to direct Charley's future into the Hudson's Bay Company. As they behold the winter landscape filled with snow and ice, the historical context of the Red River Settlement is established, showing its isolation yet highlighting its attraction to traders like Charley's father. The opening sets the stage for a thrilling adventure woven with themes of ambition, familial duty, and the undaunted spirit of youth. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Indians of North America -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Fur traders -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Northwest, Canadian -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 21712 |
| Release Date | Jun 6, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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