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Aimard, Gustave
1818
1883
Gloux, Olivier
St. John, Percy B. (Percy Bolingbroke)
1821
1889
Saint John, Percy B. (Percy Bolingbroke)
John, Percy B. St. (Percy Bolingbroke St.)
Boone, Henry L.
The Flying Horseman
E-text prepared by Camille Bernard and Marc D'Hooghe (http://freeliterature.org) from page images generously made available by HathiTrust Digital Library (http://www.hathitrust.org/digital_library)
"The Flying Horseman" by Gustave Aimard is a historical novel likely written in the mid-19th century. The book revolves around the perilous journey of the Marchioness de Castelmelhor and her daughter, Eva, who find themselves captives and are threatened with impending dangers as they attempt to escape from their captors. Amidst the backdrop of storms and treachery, the narrative intertwines themes of bravery, loyalty, and the struggle for survival in a vivid portrayal of the wild landscapes of the Americas. The opening of the story introduces the Marchioness and Eva as they prepare to leave the camp of their captors, the Pincheyra. Despite the dark atmosphere filled with danger, elements like the ominous storm brewing above create suspense. As they begin their flight, their thoughts reflect a mix of anxiety and hope, especially concerning their missing friend, Don Sebastiao Vianna. A surprise turns up when a warning note from Emile, a painter, is discreetly returned to the Marchioness, indicating that their captors might not be trustworthy, sparking uncertainty about their future. The chapter sets the stage for a gripping tale filled with tension and adventure as the characters navigate their treacherous circumstances. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 78.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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