The Smuggler Chief: A Novel by Gustave Aimard
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"The Smuggler Chief: A Novel" by Gustave Aimard is a fictional work written in the mid-19th century. The story unfolds in the mysterious landscapes of South America, particularly focusing on the interaction between smugglers and the diverse communities present in this region. The central character, Leon Delbès, is a daring smuggler whose encounters with the local population lead to significant emotional developments and tricky situations, setting the stage for a narrative rich
in adventure and cultural exploration. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to the vibrant atmosphere of Valparaíso, Chile, and the two lead characters, Leon Delbès and Diego, a half-breed Vaquero, who engage in a conversation brimming with tension and intrigue. The narrative quickly shifts to a dramatic scene during a religious procession, where Leon saves a young nun, Doña Maria y Soto-Mayor, from being trampled by a runaway horse, igniting a deep emotional connection between them. As the story progresses, the bond between Leon and Diego deepens with their shared past and aspirations, while Diego harbors a secret vendetta against the Soto-Mayor family, intertwining their fates in unexpected ways. This opening sets the stage for a tale of love, betrayal, and the struggle between cultures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Aimard, Gustave, 1818-1883 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Wraxall, Lascelles, Sir, 1828-1865 |
| Uniform Title | Les fils de la tortue. English |
| Title | The Smuggler Chief: A Novel |
| Credits | Produced by Camille Bernard and Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the Internet Archive, scanned by Google Books Project) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 65.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Subject | Adventure stories |
| Subject | Smugglers -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 44454 |
| Release Date | Dec 17, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 493 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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