| Author |
Dillon, Mary (Mary C. Johnson) |
| Illustrator |
Castaigne, J. André, 1861-1929 |
| Illustrator |
Relyea, C. M. (Charles M.), 1863-1932 |
| Title |
The Rose of Old St. Louis
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 72.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Audrey Longhurst, Diane Monico, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"The Rose of Old St. Louis" by Mary Dillon is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in the early 19th century, capturing the essence of life in St. Louis and surrounding areas during a time of significant change and challenges. It follows the protagonist, a young man of noble aspirations, as he embarks on a journey that intertwines with the histories of notable figures and events, dealing with themes of adventure, identity, and romantic entanglement. The opening of the book introduces the protagonist as he arrives in the village of St. Louis after a taxing river journey, still recovering from illness. Engaging in conversation with his captain, he admires the beauty of the river while grappling with his own youthful aspirations for glory and adventure. The narrative captures his feelings of admiration and insecurity, particularly highlighted through his interactions with the local populace, including the charming yet haughty Mademoiselle Pelagie. As events unfold, he becomes embroiled in social dynamics and the historical backdrop of the area, setting the stage for the romantic and adventurous exploits that are to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Historical fiction
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| Subject |
Louisiana Purchase -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Saint Louis (Mo.) -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
20911 |
| Release Date |
Mar 26, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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