| Author |
Rathborne, St. George, 1854-1938 |
| Illustrator |
Bull, Charles Livingston, 1874-1932 |
| Title |
The Pioneer Boys on the Great Lakes; or, On the Trail of the Iroquois
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| Credits |
Produced by Beth Baran, Emmy and the Online Distributed
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| Summary |
"The Pioneer Boys on the Great Lakes; or, On the Trail of the Iroquois" by Harrison Adams is a historical adventure written in the early 20th century. The story follows young pioneers Bob and Sandy Armstrong as they navigate life and dangers on the Ohio frontier, all while dealing with tensions between settlers and Native Americans. The narrative promises thrilling encounters, personal bravery, and insights into pioneer life during a tumultuous period in American history. The opening of the narrative introduces Bob and Sandy, who are deeply concerned by alarming shouts that break the tranquility of their settlement, signaling potential trouble. As they rush toward home, they prepare for the possibility of an Indian attack, reflecting the constant tension and fear of their time. The story establishes their family dynamics, including their father's injury and their mother's anxieties, while hinting at a broader conflict involving Native tribes emerging from the political climate of the era. The boys' burgeoning skills as woodsmen and their relationships with local figures, such as the legendary Daniel Boone and the Irish trapper Pat O'Mara, set the stage for their forthcoming adventures and challenges as they strive to protect their community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Frontier and pioneer life -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Great Lakes Region (North America) -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Iroquois Indians -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
46795 |
| Release Date |
Sep 7, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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