| Author |
Grey, Zane, 1872-1939 |
| Title |
Betty Zane
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 82.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Note |
Early American Heroine
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| Credits |
Etext prepared by Bill Brewer
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| Summary |
"Betty Zane" by Zane Grey is a historical novel written during the late 19th century. The story is set against the backdrop of the American frontier and follows the Zane family, particularly focusing on the character of Elizabeth Zane, a spirited and courageous young woman. The novel delves into themes of heroism, familial duty, and romance, all while depicting the challenges of settler life during a tumultuous period in American history. The opening of "Betty Zane" sets the scene in Wheeling, West Virginia, where a monument commemorates the siege of Fort Henry, highlighting the historical significance of the Zane family in the region. The prologue introduces Colonel Ebenezer Zane, who envisions founding a settlement in the Ohio Valley and demonstrates the fearless spirit characteristic of the Zane family. As the narrative progresses to the first chapter, readers are introduced to Betty Zane, who displays a blend of beauty and fiery temperament, along with her brothers' protective nature. The stage is set for the conflicts to come, both in the form of Indian skirmishes and personal struggles, particularly with a soldier named Alfred Clarke, who complicates Betty's emotions after a challenging encounter. The rich detail of frontier life and the interplay of personal and historical events lay the groundwork for an engaging tale. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Historical fiction
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| Subject |
Biographical fiction
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| Subject |
Women pioneers -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Frontier and pioneer life -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Zane, Betty -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Wetzel, Lewis, 1763-1808 -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Indians of North America -- Wars -- 1750-1815 -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Fort Henry (W. Va.) -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Ohio River Valley -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
1261 |
| Release Date |
Apr 1, 1998 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 31, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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