The Boy Hunters of Kentucky by Edward Sylvester Ellis

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Creator Ellis, Edward Sylvester, 1840-1916
Title The Boy Hunters of Kentucky
Note Reading ease score: 83.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Al Haines
Summary "The Boy Hunters of Kentucky" by Edward Sylvester Ellis is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers on a young pioneer named Jack Gedney, who embarks on thrilling hunting adventures in the wilderness of Kentucky. As Jack navigates the challenges posed by wildlife and the potential threats of Indigenous peoples, readers are drawn into a vivid portrayal of frontier life, filled with excitement and danger. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to twelve-year-old Jack, who receives his first rifle as a birthday gift from his father. With the guidance of his parents, particularly his father, he learns the skills necessary for survival in the rugged terrain, including the importance of caution and preparation. The opening chapters lay the groundwork for Jack's character and his readiness for adventure as he sets off into the Kentucky woods, brimming with youthful enthusiasm and a sense of impending peril, particularly with the looming threat of encountering wild animals or Indigenous warriors. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Hunting stories
Subject Frontier and pioneer life -- Kentucky -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Indians of North America -- Kentucky -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 49143
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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