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Aimard, Gustave
1818
1883
Gloux, Olivier
Wraxall, Lascelles, Sir
1828
1865
Wraxall, C. F. L. (Charles Frederick Lascelles)
Wraxall, Frederick Charles Lascelles, Sir
Wraxall, Sir C. F. Lascelles
The Adventurers
Produced by Marc D'Hooghe
"The Adventurers" by Gustave Aimard is a novel written in the mid-19th century. This tale of adventure intertwines themes of love, danger, and the clash between cultures as it follows the exploits of Count Louis de Prébois-Crancé and his foster brother, Valentine Guillois, as they traverse the perilous landscapes of America in search of a lost love. Along their journey, the narrative is steeped in historical context, highlighting the brutality of the Indian wars and the individuals caught in the quagmire of conflict. At the start of the book, the author sets an evocative tone as a traveler recounts his experiences in the harsh yet captivating American wilderness. He encounters a gruesome scene where he finds the bodies of a family brutally killed by Indians, which propels him into a reflection on the cruelty of mankind and the value of life. As he undertakes the somber task of burying the victims, a stranger appears, revealing himself to be a kindred spirit, which marks the beginning of a partnership anchored in shared values and mutual respect. This encounter leads to a series of adventurous exploits, hinting at deeper explorations of character, emotional turmoil, and the historical backdrop that shapes their lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 68.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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