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Title: The White Chief: A Legend of Northern Mexico
Note: Reading ease score: 80.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary: "The White Chief: A Legend of Northern Mexico" by Captain Mayne Reid is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The narrative draws from the author’s real experiences during the war between America and Mexico, serving as an early example of the Wild West genre. The story primarily revolves around Carlos the cibolero, who seems to embody the spirit of a free and adventurous life against the backdrop of a beautifully depicted but harsh landscape. The opening portion of the book presents an elaborate and vivid description of the setting, particularly focusing on the Sierra Blanca and the contrasting valley of San Ildefonso. It introduces the reader to the remnants of a once-thriving settlement that has succumbed to the ravages of time and conflict. As the narrative unfolds, we meet diverse characters attending the San Juan festival, highlighting social dynamics and aspirations amidst the historical context. Carlos is introduced as a remarkable horseman, poised to take part in risky challenges, setting the stage for conflict, romance, and exploration in the chapters that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Reid, Mayne, 1818-1883
Illustrator: Evans, L.
EBook No.: 23193
Published: Oct 25, 2007
Downloads: 124
Language: English
Subject: Southwest, New -- History -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The White Chief: A Legend of Northern Mexico
Note: Reading ease score: 80.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary: "The White Chief: A Legend of Northern Mexico" by Captain Mayne Reid is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The narrative draws from the author’s real experiences during the war between America and Mexico, serving as an early example of the Wild West genre. The story primarily revolves around Carlos the cibolero, who seems to embody the spirit of a free and adventurous life against the backdrop of a beautifully depicted but harsh landscape. The opening portion of the book presents an elaborate and vivid description of the setting, particularly focusing on the Sierra Blanca and the contrasting valley of San Ildefonso. It introduces the reader to the remnants of a once-thriving settlement that has succumbed to the ravages of time and conflict. As the narrative unfolds, we meet diverse characters attending the San Juan festival, highlighting social dynamics and aspirations amidst the historical context. Carlos is introduced as a remarkable horseman, poised to take part in risky challenges, setting the stage for conflict, romance, and exploration in the chapters that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Reid, Mayne, 1818-1883
Illustrator: Evans, L.
EBook No.: 23193
Published: Oct 25, 2007
Downloads: 124
Language: English
Subject: Southwest, New -- History -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.