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McIntyre, John T. (John Thomas)
1871
1951
McIntyre, John Thomas
Boyer, Ralph L. (Ralph Ludwig)
1879
1952
Kromer, A. Edwin
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In the Rockies with Kit Carson
The buckskin books
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"In the Rockies with Kit Carson" by John T. McIntyre is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces readers to the exhilarating life of trappers in the wilderness, specifically focusing on notable historical figures like Kit Carson and a duo of adventurous young boys, Joe Frazier and Dave Johnson, who are in pursuit of a thieving half-breed named Lopez. The book explores themes of adventure, danger, and the intricate relationship between Native Americans and early American settlers. The opening of the narrative sets the stage as two boys arrive at the Pueblo of Los Angeles on horseback, seeking the fugitive Lopez who has stolen valuable items from their trading vessel. The boys soon find themselves in a precarious situation when a Mexican officer attempts to arrest them. Thankfully, they are saved by a group of trappers led by Kit Carson, who introduce them to the dangers and camaraderie of trapping life. As the story unfolds, readers are drawn into thrilling encounters with hostile forces, discussions of treasure maps, and the boys' determination to retrieve what was lost, evoking a sense of adventure and the untamed spirit of the American West. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 79.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Rocky Mountains -- Fiction
Carson, Kit, 1809-1868 -- Fiction
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Category: Historical Novels
Category: Adventure
Category: American Literature
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