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Roe, Vingie E. (Vingie Eve)
1879
1958
Lawton, Raymond C., Mrs.
Lawton, Mrs. Raymond C.
Nameless River
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"Nameless River" by Vingie E. Roe is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set against the rugged and wild backdrop of the American frontier, the story revolves around fierce heroines like Kate Cathrew, who rides and rules her ranch with authority, and Nance Allison, a determined young woman striving to maintain her family’s homestead amidst challenges and adversities. The narrative contrasts the struggles for land and dignity between these strong female figures, populated by a cast of men whose attitudes towards them range from admiration to hostility. The opening of "Nameless River" introduces readers to the stark beauty and challenges of life in the Deep Heart country. In a striking spring setting, we meet Kate Cathrew, an intrepid horsewoman, who harbors deep-seated resentment towards a rival homesteader, Nance Allison, whose land holds an allure that provokes her. As Kate grapples with her emotions, events unfold that indicate the growing tensions and societal complexities surrounding them, including mysterious threats to both women's livelihood, foreshadowing a conflict that will shape their destinies in this inhospitable yet beautiful landscape. Through vivid descriptions and powerful characterizations, the opening chapters set the stage for a compelling exploration of endurance, identity, and conflict in the wilderness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 80.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Western stories
Cattle stealing -- Fiction
Ranch life -- Fiction
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Category: American Literature
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