George in Camp; or, Life on the Plains by Harry Castlemon
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| Author | Castlemon, Harry, 1842-1915 |
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| Title | George in Camp; or, Life on the Plains |
| Note | Reading ease score: 85.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "George in Camp: or, Life on the Plains" by Harry Castlemon is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows the experiences of George Ackerman, a 15-year-old boy navigating life on a Texas ranch after the death of his wealthy father. Through the lens of George's struggles with family dynamics and societal perceptions, the book explores themes of belonging, hardship, and resilience in the rugged frontier life. At the start of the narrative, we meet George, who finds himself feeling isolated and out of place since his Uncle John and cousin Ned moved in after his father’s death, taking over the ranch. George's frustration grows as they impose city manners and lifestyle, leading the locals to resent them and subsequently, him. The complex interplay of familial tension, societal rejection, and George's longing for connection set the stage for his upcoming adventures amidst the challenges of ranch life and potentially hostile neighbors. As he grapples with loneliness and the responsibilities of running a ranch, readers can anticipate a journey of personal growth and the quest for identity in a rapidly changing environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children's stories |
| Subject | Frontier and pioneer life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | West (U.S.) -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 53666 |
| Release Date | Dec 4, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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