Wetzel, the Scout; or, The Captives of the Wilderness by Edward Sylvester Ellis

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Author Ellis, Edward Sylvester, 1840-1916
Title Wetzel, the Scout; or, The Captives of the Wilderness
Note Reading ease score: 79.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Wetzel, the Scout; or, The Captives of the Wilderness" by Edward Sylvester Ellis is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set during the tumultuous period of early American frontier life, focusing on the adventures of heroic figures like Lew Wetzel and Captain Parks as they navigate the dangers posed by Native American tribes amidst their quest for survival and the establishment of settlements. The narrative likely revolves around themes of bravery, loyalty, and the struggle for territory in the face of adversity. The opening of the novel introduces Captain Parks and his servant, Pompey, as they traverse the banks of the Ohio River, heading towards a rendezvous that carries important implications for their families and the larger community. Tension escalates with the appearance of a canoe full of Indians, leading to a cautious meeting with Wetzel, known as a skilled ranger. As they prepare to face the tumult of frontier warfare, the men become acutely aware of the escalating peril posed by Native American forces, which sets the stage for ensuing conflict and their attempts to forge new lives in a land fraught with danger and uncertainty. The stage is set for a gripping tale of survival, bravery, and the complexities of life on the early American frontier. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Frontier and pioneer life -- Fiction
Subject Dime novels
Subject Shawnee Indians -- Fiction
Subject Ohio River Valley -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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