The Argus Pheasant by John Charles Beecham
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| Author | Beecham, John Charles |
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| Illustrator | Gage, George W., 1887-1957 |
| Title | The Argus Pheasant |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Argus Pheasant" by John Charles Beecham is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in the backdrop of the Netherlands East Indies and introduces the tensions between colonial rulers and the local inhabitants, centering on the complex character of Koyala, a half-white woman entangled in the political strife of Borneo. The narrative dives into themes of power, identity, and rebellion against colonial oppression, presenting characters caught in a web of loyalties and conflicts. At the start of the book, readers are introduced to the governor-general of the Netherlands East Indies, Jonkheer Van Schouten, who is in a foul mood due to unrest in the region. He discusses the possibility of appointing Peter Gross, a first mate who previously rescued a group from pirates, as the new resident of Bulungan—a troubled area rife with uprisings and resistance led by Koyala, a woman despised by the colonial rulers for her heritage and perceived influence over the Dyak people. As tensions rise, Koyala's presence looms over the political landscape, with both colonial figures and local natives feeling the repercussions of her actions. The opening sets up a riveting tale of conflict and personal struggle, entangled in the larger battle for power and justice. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Adventure stories |
| Subject | Borneo -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 37215 |
| Release Date | Aug 26, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 162 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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