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Cody, H. A. (Hiram Alfred)
1872
1948
Cody, Hiram Alfred
The Chief of the Ranges: A Tale of the Yukon
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"The Chief of the Ranges: A Tale of the Yukon" by H. A. Cody is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds against the backdrop of the harsh and majestic Yukon wilderness and follows the tribulations of Klitonda, the chief of the Ayana tribe, and his daughter Owindia, who grapple with the threat posed by the brutal Chilcat tribe. The novel explores themes of bravery, cultural identity, and the profound connection between personal struggles and the wider socio-political conflicts of their time. At the start of the tale, readers are introduced to a sunlit summer afternoon along a tranquil river, where a young Owindia revels in the beauty of her surroundings. This idyllic moment is abruptly shattered as she becomes the target of a raid by Chilcat warriors, prompting a desperate escape aided by her fierce mother, who ultimately sacrifices herself to save Owindia. The narrative transitions to Klitonda, who is haunted by the loss of his wife and the oppression faced by his people from the Chilcats. As the story develops, Klitonda's determination grows to unite the Ayana tribe against their enemies, leading them on a journey filled with challenges as they seek both survival and freedom. This opening sets the stage for a gripping exploration of courage, loss, and resilience in the face of overwhelming odds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 82.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Yukon River Valley (Yukon and Alaska) -- Fiction
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