The Lost Trail by Edward Sylvester Ellis
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| Author | Ellis, Edward Sylvester, 1840-1916 |
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| Title | The Lost Trail |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Note | There is an improved edition of this title, eBook #11151 |
| Credits | Produced by Sean Pobuda |
| Summary | "The Lost Trail" by Edward Sylvester Ellis is a novel set in the early 19th century that follows the adventurous journey of a young frontiersman named Jack Carleton. The story begins as Jack embarks on a quest searching for his friend Otto Relstaub, who has been spurred into a frantic gallop due to the threat of wild Indians, which was a real danger in the unforgiving wilderness of the American frontier. The book captures the essence of survival, friendship, and bravery against the backdrop of natural beauty and perils. The opening of the novel introduces Jack as he follows a horse's fleeing trail through the forests of Kentucky, tapping into the rich imagery of the landscape and Jack's acute awareness as a seasoned woodsman. As Jack navigates his environment, he encounters a cougar in a tree, highlighting his courage and composure in the face of danger. After a tense confrontation, he moves forward, worried for Otto's safety and suspecting Indian presence. The tension escalates as Jack must hide and strategize his next moves when he unexpectedly encounters Shawanoe Indians. The chapter is steeped in suspense, showcasing not only Jack's skills but also foreshadowing potential conflicts as he aims to outsmart the threats around him. Overall, the beginning of "The Lost Trail" presents an engaging introduction to the trials of frontier life and sets the stage for a tale of resilience and adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Dakota Indians -- Fiction |
| Subject | Missionaries -- Fiction |
| Subject | Minnesota -- Fiction |
| Subject | Dime novels |
| Subject | Indian captivities -- Fiction |
| Subject | Love stories, American |
| Subject | Frontier and pioneer life -- Mississippi River Valley -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 6906 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Aug 8, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 61 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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