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Title: The Mesa Trail
Note: Reading ease score: 83.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Roger Frank and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net
Summary: "The Mesa Trail" by H. Bedford-Jones is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces us to Mehitabel Crump, a burly woman braving the New Mexico landscape as she navigates her way through challenges, and Thaddeus Roscius Shea—a down-and-out thespian who has succumbed to the depths of despair due to a severe drinking problem. Their paths cross when Shea is found unconscious on the road, leading to an unexpected partnership between the two, as Mrs. Crump offers him a second chance at life as her mining partner. The opening portion of the novel unfolds as Mehitabel struggles with her troublesome vehicle while discovering Shea in a seemingly lifeless state. Her curious and robust character is highlighted as she tends to the gaunt man, leading to an exchange that reveals their contrasting backgrounds. As Shea regains consciousness, they discuss his failed career and her ambitions in the mining world. The narrative sets the tone for an exploration of personal redemption, resilience, and the quest for purpose as both characters embark on a journey into the harsh yet beautiful New Mexico wilderness. It hints at the challenges they will face together and the adventure that lies ahead as they strive for better lives against the backdrop of their rugged environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Bedford-Jones, H. (Henry), 1887-1949
EBook No.: 35078
Published: Jan 25, 2011
Downloads: 67
Language: English
Subject: Fiction
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 Mesa Trail
Note: Reading ease score: 83.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Roger Frank and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net
Summary: "The Mesa Trail" by H. Bedford-Jones is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces us to Mehitabel Crump, a burly woman braving the New Mexico landscape as she navigates her way through challenges, and Thaddeus Roscius Shea—a down-and-out thespian who has succumbed to the depths of despair due to a severe drinking problem. Their paths cross when Shea is found unconscious on the road, leading to an unexpected partnership between the two, as Mrs. Crump offers him a second chance at life as her mining partner. The opening portion of the novel unfolds as Mehitabel struggles with her troublesome vehicle while discovering Shea in a seemingly lifeless state. Her curious and robust character is highlighted as she tends to the gaunt man, leading to an exchange that reveals their contrasting backgrounds. As Shea regains consciousness, they discuss his failed career and her ambitions in the mining world. The narrative sets the tone for an exploration of personal redemption, resilience, and the quest for purpose as both characters embark on a journey into the harsh yet beautiful New Mexico wilderness. It hints at the challenges they will face together and the adventure that lies ahead as they strive for better lives against the backdrop of their rugged environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Bedford-Jones, H. (Henry), 1887-1949
EBook No.: 35078
Published: Jan 25, 2011
Downloads: 67
Language: English
Subject: Fiction
Subject: Western stories
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.