The Forest Exiles: The Perils of a Peruvian Family in the Wilds of the Amazon
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| Author | Reid, Mayne, 1818-1883 |
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| Illustrator | Weir, Harrison, 1824-1906 |
| Title | The Forest Exiles: The Perils of a Peruvian Family in the Wilds of the Amazon |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England |
| Summary | "The Forest Exiles: The Perils of a Peruvian Family in the Wilds of the Amazon" by Captain Mayne Reid is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story centers around a Spanish-American family, led by Don Pablo Romero, as they navigate the dangers of the Amazon rainforest after fleeing persecution. The book combines elements of adventure and natural history, providing a glimpse into the flora and fauna of the Amazon while also weaving a narrative of survival amid perilous circumstances. At the start of the novel, the reader is introduced to the family of Don Pablo and their loyal Indian servant, Guapo, who are making their way through the Andes towards the Amazon. They are escaping from danger due to Don Pablo's patriotism, which has drawn the wrath of the Spanish authorities. The opening chapters vividly describe the landscape and the various challenges they face, from treacherous travel conditions to the perils posed by wildlife. The narrative unfolds with rich descriptions of their surroundings and the intimate dynamics of the family unit, setting the stage for both their adventure and the rich tapestry of the natural world around them. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Adventure stories |
| Subject | Peru -- Fiction |
| Subject | Amazon River -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 24814 |
| Release Date | Mar 12, 2008 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 80 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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