The Grateful Indian, and Other Stories by William Henry Giles Kingston
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| Author | Kingston, William Henry Giles, 1814-1880 |
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| Title | The Grateful Indian, and Other Stories |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England |
| Summary | "The Grateful Indian, and Other Stories" by W.H.G. Kingston is a collection of short stories written in the mid-19th century. The book comprises various narratives, including nautical tales and stories featuring female authors, providing insights into different settings and characters. One prominent story involves a young Indian named Sigenok and the Frampton family, showcasing themes of bravery, friendship, and survival in the face of adversity. The opening of the book introduces the reader to the Frampton family, particularly focusing on Mr. Frampton and his son, Harry. As the two share a moment in their Devonshire garden, Harry shows curiosity about North American Indians, prompting his father to narrate his past experiences in Rupert's Land. Mr. Frampton recounts a harrowing encounter with Sioux warriors while protecting the Ojibway Indian, Sigenok, from his pursuers. The narrative weaves in descriptions of the harsh realities of life in their newly settled land, hinting at the struggles and dangers that lie ahead for the characters as they navigate their relationships with the local Native tribes and the natural environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Poetry |
| Subject | Juvenile literature |
| Subject | Children's stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 24662 |
| Release Date | Feb 20, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 22, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 42 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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