Jasper Lyle by Mrs. Ward
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"Jasper Lyle" by Harriet Ward is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story begins by introducing the wild, picturesque landscapes of Kafirland, which serves as the backdrop for the adventures of two English officers, Major Frankfort and Mr. Ormsby, as they embark on a shooting expedition in South Africa. The novel is likely to explore themes of adventure, friendship, and the stark contrasts of human experience against the beauty of
nature. The opening of "Jasper Lyle" vividly describes the captivating and perilous environment of Kafirland where our protagonists, Major Frankfort and Mr. Ormsby, find themselves caught in a severe storm during their travels. The two men, with their contrasting personalities—Frankfort's adventurous spirit and Ormsby's indolence—navigate through the treachery of the wilderness while accompanied by their bushman guide, May. The narrative establishes a sense of danger and discomfort, hinting at broader themes of survival and exploration in a land where beauty is entwined with peril. As they continue their journey, their encounters with the local inhabitants and new landscapes foreshadow the complexities of colonial life and the friendships that will be tested along the way. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Ward, Mrs., 1808-1873 |
|---|---|
| Title | Jasper Lyle |
| Credits | Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 60.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English fiction |
| Subject | Xhosa (African people) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Cape of Good Hope (South Africa) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 35307 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-35307-4 |
| Release Date | Feb 17, 2011 |
| Last Update | Feb 18, 2011 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 458 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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