| Author |
Curwood, James Oliver, 1878-1927 |
| Translator |
Causse, Frédéric, 1892-1951 |
| Uniform Title |
The grizzly king. French
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| Title |
Le grizzly
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| Original Publication |
Paris: G. Crès, 1926.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 81.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Laurent Vogel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica))
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| Summary |
"Le grizzly" by James Oliver Curwood is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Tyr, a majestic grizzly bear, who reigns over his rugged domain in the Rockies. This tale delves into the natural world, exploring themes of survival, the instinctual behaviors of wildlife, and the encroachments humans pose on nature. At the start of the book, the reader is introduced to Tyr, who is portrayed as a solitary and powerful figure, keenly aware of his surroundings through heightened senses despite his poor eyesight. His peaceful existence is disrupted by an unfamiliar scent that intrigues him; however, he remains cautious. Simultaneously, two human characters, Langdon and Bruce, are introduced as they prepare for a hunting expedition in the wilderness, showcasing their respect for nature and the thrill of the hunt. The narrative sets the stage for an intertwining of the lives of Tyr and the hunters, hinting at the challenges both face in this wild, beautiful, yet perilous environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
French |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Wilderness areas -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Grizzly bear -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
72637 |
| Release Date |
Jan 5, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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