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Willett, Edward
1830
1889
Silverspur; or, The Mountain Heroine: A Tale of the Arapaho Country
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"Silverspur; or, The Mountain Heroine: A Tale of the Arapaho Country" by Edward Willett is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book delivers a tale filled with adventure, focusing primarily on the experiences of its main character, Fred Wilder, also known as Silverspur, and his interactions with various characters in a rugged, frontier setting, including Native Americans. The narrative unfolds in the harsh and beautiful landscapes of the American West, suggesting themes of honor, friendship, and survival within an unpredictable environment. At the start of the story, readers are introduced to a saloon where a group of well-dressed men engage in conversation with a rugged mountain man named Old Blaze. Old Blaze seeks information about Fred Wilder, who is revealed to be a heroic figure often called Silverspur. Wilder's reputation as a courageous man in perilous situations is established early on. The opening sets a tone of camaraderie and tension as it hints at conflicts involving Native American tribes and the personal stakes tied to Wilder's relationships, particularly with a Native American woman named Dove-eye. The richness of character development and hints of forthcoming conflicts lay the groundwork for a compelling story that intertwines adventure with emotional depth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Nebraska -- Fiction
Soldiers -- Fiction
Frontier and pioneer life -- Fiction
Dime novels
Racially mixed people -- Fiction
Indian captivities -- Fiction
Trappers -- Fiction
Battles -- Fiction
Crow Indians -- Fiction
Arapaho Indians -- Fiction
Women heroes -- Fiction
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Category: Adventure
Category: Novels
Category: American Literature
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