Mississipin metsästäjäpojat by Mayne Reid
"Mississipin metsästäjäpojat" by Mayne Reid is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the adventures of a naturalist and his three sons as they navigate the wilderness of the Mississippi River region, emphasizing themes of hunting, exploration, and the bond of family. The central characters include the father, who is a seasoned naturalist, and his three sons, each with distinct personalities and abilities. The opening of the
novel introduces readers to the Mississippi River's majestic landscape and describes the home of the naturalist, Colonel Landi. The narrative highlights his lifestyle, filled with the study of nature and the thrill of hunting, along with his three sons—Basil, Lucien, and Francis—who share their father's passions. The story sets the stage for an exciting expedition into the wilderness, where the boys aim to fulfill their father's quest for a rare white buffalo hide, all while navigating the dangers posed by the untamed land and the presence of Native American tribes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Reid, Mayne, 1818-1883 |
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| Translator | Hedman, Valfrid, 1872-1939 |
| Uniform Title | The boy hunters. Finnish |
| Title | Mississipin metsästäjäpojat |
| Credits | Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 41.4 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Animals -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Indians of North America -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Natural history -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | West (U.S.) -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Hunting -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 61702 |
| Release Date | Mar 29, 2020 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 24 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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