| Author |
Reid, Mayne, 1818-1883 |
| Title |
The Boy Hunters
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 77.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
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| Summary |
"The Boy Hunters" by Captain Mayne Reid is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story centers around three adventurous boys who embark on an expedition to capture the hide of a rare and coveted white buffalo, inspired by their father, a hunter-naturalist. Alongside their thrilling quest, the book presents an exploration of the flora and fauna of the American prairies, blending adventure with nature study. At the start of the narrative, the setting is introduced as a quaint house near the Mississippi River, home to Colonel Landi, a distinguished naturalist with an injured leg, and his three sons: Basil, Lucien, and Francois. The boys eagerly volunteer to venture into the wild prairies after their father expresses a desire to obtain a perfect white buffalo skin, prompting a discussion within the family about the feasibility of such an endeavor. As excitement builds, the bond between the father and sons is highlighted, showcasing their respective personalities—Basil being the courageous hunter, Lucien the studious naturalist, and Francois the playful prankster—all of which sets the stage for their forthcoming adventures in the wilderness. (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 |
Animals -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Indians of North America -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Natural history -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
West (U.S.) -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Hunting -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
21236 |
| Release Date |
Apr 27, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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