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Harriman, Alice
1861
1925
Browne, Alice Harriman
Harriman, Mary Alice
Dowling, Colista Murray
1881
1968
Dowling, C. M.
Dowling, Colista M.
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A Man of Two Countries
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"A Man of Two Countries" by Alice Harriman is a historical novel written in the early 20th century." The narrative centers around Philip Danvers, a young Englishman who joins the North West Mounted Police and navigates the complexities of life on the American frontier. The book explores themes of identity, love, and the cultural clash between British and American characters as Danvers becomes entangled in both personal and social conflicts in a developing region marked by hope and strife. "The opening of the book introduces readers to Philip Danvers as he embarks on a steamboat journey towards Fort Benton, filled with a mix of anticipation and tension." As he interacts with various passengers, including frontiersmen and fellow recruits, a brawl breaks out, resulting in the near drowning of a child named Winifred, whom Danvers heroically rescues. The tensions between Danvers and a burly trader named Robert Burroughs are established, hinting at future conflicts. Additionally, the narrative sets the stage for the vibrant yet raw landscape of the frontier, where characters grapple with prejudice, ambition, and their personal aspirations amid the melee of emerging nationhood. The introduction shapes an intriguing foundation for Danvers's journey, inviting readers to delve deeper into the unfolding drama across both sides of an increasingly blurred border. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 74.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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