| Author |
Altsheler, Joseph A. (Joseph Alexander), 1862-1919 |
| Title |
The Young Trailers: A Story of Early Kentucky
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 75.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net/)
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| Summary |
"The Young Trailers: A Story of Early Kentucky" by Joseph A. Altsheler is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows Henry Ware, a spirited fifteen-year-old boy who leads a group of pioneering settlers into the lush yet wild lands of Kentucky. As they embark on this significant journey, they face various challenges and adventures that test their courage, resilience, and camaraderie amid the daunting wilderness. The opening of the novel sets the stage as the caravan of travelers reaches a mountaintop, gazing down at the prospective valley that they hope to call home. Young Henry, filled with excitement and curiosity, stands beside the experienced woodsman, Tom Ross, who serves as a guide important to their survival. As they descend into the captivating, unbroken forest, Henry’s desire for adventure grows, alongside his instinctive connection to the wilderness. The narrative introduces Henry’s family and friends, establishing a sense of community while hinting at the threats that lurk within the vast unknown—particularly the potential danger from indigenous tribes. The chapter lays the groundwork for a rich tapestry of exploration and personal growth as Henry navigates his new surroundings and the challenges of frontier life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Kentucky -- History -- To 1792 -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
19477 |
| Release Date |
Oct 5, 2006 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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