The Indian Scout: A Story of the Aztec City by Gustave Aimard
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"The Indian Scout: A Story of the Aztec City" by Gustave Aimard is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The book follows the adventures of a Canadian wood ranger known as Marksman and his interactions with Native American tribes, particularly focusing on the Comanche chief, Flying Eagle, and the young woman Eglantine. The narrative promises to delve into the complexities of their relationships and the dichotomy of European and indigenous
perspectives in a historical context filled with tension and adventure. The opening of the novel introduces a tense setting in the dimly lit prairies, where Marksman is joined by Flying Eagle and Eglantine. As they await the arrival of fellow warriors, the mood shifts rapidly when they are ambushed by a group of Apaches. This initial conflict sets the stage for a story rife with action and intrigue, highlighting the characters' backgrounds and ambitions. The scene establishes the atmosphere of danger and cultural intersection while hinting at deeper themes of love, loyalty, and survival against the odds as they navigate their treacherous environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Aimard, Gustave, 1818-1883 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Wraxall, Lascelles, Sir, 1828-1865 |
| LoC No. | 22017360 |
| Uniform Title | L'éclaireur. English |
| Title | The Indian Scout: A Story of the Aztec City |
| Credits | Produced by Camille Bernard & Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the Bodleian Library, Oxford.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 69.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Aztecs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 44196 |
| Release Date | Nov 16, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 471 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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