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Title: The Highgrader
Note: Reading ease score: 85.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary: "The Highgrader" by William MacLeod Raine is a novel written in the early 20th century. It explores the themes of adventure and personal integrity set against the backdrop of the American West, incorporating elements of romance and societal expectations. The story introduces Jack Kilmeny, a young man with a mysterious past and a strong sense of self, as he navigates his relationships with various characters, including ladies of stature and fellow miners. The opening of the book sets an inviting scene aboard an ocean liner, where young Moya Dwight, a spirited girl, interacts with strangers and displays her vivacious personality. This introductory vignette seamlessly transitions to the main plot as Jack Kilmeny and his companions engage in outdoor adventures, such as fishing and horseback riding, revealing their camaraderie. The narrative quickly hints at complications when Kilmeny is accused of robbery, leading to tension between his growing bond with Moya and the societal implications of his situation. Their interactions suggest an intriguing dynamic as elements of trust, innocence, and the allure of adventure intertwine against a backdrop of potential scandal and intrigue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Raine, William MacLeod, 1871-1954
Illustrator: Hutchison, D. C., 1869-1954
EBook No.: 22583
Published: Sep 12, 2007
Downloads: 180
Language: English
Subject: Western stories
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Highgrader
Note: Reading ease score: 85.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Roger Frank and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "The Highgrader" by William MacLeod Raine is a novel written in the early 20th century. It explores the themes of adventure and personal integrity set against the backdrop of the American West, incorporating elements of romance and societal expectations. The story introduces Jack Kilmeny, a young man with a mysterious past and a strong sense of self, as he navigates his relationships with various characters, including ladies of stature and fellow miners. The opening of the book sets an inviting scene aboard an ocean liner, where young Moya Dwight, a spirited girl, interacts with strangers and displays her vivacious personality. This introductory vignette seamlessly transitions to the main plot as Jack Kilmeny and his companions engage in outdoor adventures, such as fishing and horseback riding, revealing their camaraderie. The narrative quickly hints at complications when Kilmeny is accused of robbery, leading to tension between his growing bond with Moya and the societal implications of his situation. Their interactions suggest an intriguing dynamic as elements of trust, innocence, and the allure of adventure intertwine against a backdrop of potential scandal and intrigue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Raine, William MacLeod, 1871-1954
Illustrator: Hutchison, D. C., 1869-1954
EBook No.: 22583
Published: Sep 12, 2007
Downloads: 180
Language: English
Subject: Western stories
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.