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Smith, Elizabeth Oakes Prince
1806
1893
Helfenstein, Ernest
Smith, Oakes
Smith, E. Oakes (Elizabeth Oakes)
Smith, Seba, Mrs.
The Sagamore of Saco
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"The Sagamore of Saco" by Elizabeth Oakes Smith is a historical fiction novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds during the early colonial period in New England, encompassing themes of love, conflict, and societal tensions through the experiences of young John Bonyton and his beloved, Hope Vines. The story is set against a backdrop of early colonial life, capturing the complexities of relationships between settlers and Native Americans, and the impending conflicts arising from suspicion and prejudice. The opening of the novel introduces us to the emotional turmoil surrounding John Bonyton, whose fierce love for Hope Vines stands at odds with societal expectations and familial pressures. As the narrative unfolds, it reveals the character dynamics between John, Hope, and their parents, particularly reflecting on the clashes between Puritanical beliefs and individual desires. At the same time, a dark undercurrent of jealousy from Acashee, a Native American girl enamored with John, hints at perilous circumstances that could ensnare Hope, culminating in rising tensions as the characters navigate their intertwined fates amidst cultural strife and personal aspirations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 75.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Adventure stories
Algonquian Indians -- Fiction
Dime novels
Unrequited love -- Fiction
Romance fiction
Indians of North America -- Kings and rulers -- Fiction
Saco (Me.) -- Fiction
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Category: Historical Novels
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Category: American Literature
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