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Title: With Axe and Rifle
Credits: Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary: "With Axe and Rifle" by W.H.G. Kingston is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story chronicles the life of a family pioneering in the American West, detailing the numerous challenges they face, including conflicts with Native Americans, the harsh environment, and societal issues such as slavery. The narrative is told from the perspective of a young boy, Mike, as he grows up, accompanied by key figures like his adventurous father, Captain Patrick Loraine, and a runaway slave named Dio, who plays a significant role in their lives. The opening of the novel introduces Captain Loraine's family as they embark on a daunting journey to visit Uncle Denis, who is gravely ill. The family faces various obstacles, including a terrifying river crossing where Mike is nearly swept away but is heroically saved by Dio, showcasing themes of bravery and teamwork. The narrative sets a vivid scene of the wild yet beautiful American landscape, depicting the family's resilience as they navigate both natural dangers and the complexities of their time, including the institution of slavery, which permeates their experiences. The initial chapters lay the groundwork for an expansive adventure filled with peril, camaraderie, and moral questions as they strive to create a life in the untamed frontier. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 72.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Kingston, William Henry Giles, 1814-1880
Illustrator: Meyer, H.
EBook No.: 21449
Published: May 15, 2007
Downloads: 142
Language: English
Subject: Indians of North America -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Slavery -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Pioneers -- West (U.S.) -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: With Axe and Rifle
Credits: Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary: "With Axe and Rifle" by W.H.G. Kingston is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story chronicles the life of a family pioneering in the American West, detailing the numerous challenges they face, including conflicts with Native Americans, the harsh environment, and societal issues such as slavery. The narrative is told from the perspective of a young boy, Mike, as he grows up, accompanied by key figures like his adventurous father, Captain Patrick Loraine, and a runaway slave named Dio, who plays a significant role in their lives. The opening of the novel introduces Captain Loraine's family as they embark on a daunting journey to visit Uncle Denis, who is gravely ill. The family faces various obstacles, including a terrifying river crossing where Mike is nearly swept away but is heroically saved by Dio, showcasing themes of bravery and teamwork. The narrative sets a vivid scene of the wild yet beautiful American landscape, depicting the family's resilience as they navigate both natural dangers and the complexities of their time, including the institution of slavery, which permeates their experiences. The initial chapters lay the groundwork for an expansive adventure filled with peril, camaraderie, and moral questions as they strive to create a life in the untamed frontier. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 72.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Kingston, William Henry Giles, 1814-1880
Illustrator: Meyer, H.
EBook No.: 21449
Published: May 15, 2007
Downloads: 142
Language: English
Subject: Indians of North America -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Slavery -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Pioneers -- West (U.S.) -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.