| Author |
Thompson, Daniel P. (Daniel Pierce), 1795-1868 |
| Title |
Gaut Gurley; Or, the Trappers of Umbagog: A Tale of Border Life
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| Note |
Also published as: The Demon Trapper of Umbagog, #67759.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 55.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Wendy Crockett, David Moynihan, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Gaut Gurley; Or, the Trappers of Umbagog: A Tale of Border Life" by D. P. Thompson is a historical novel likely written in the mid-19th century. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of precarious border life in New England, primarily focusing on themes of morality, vice, and the challenges faced by individuals in the pursuit of wealth and reputation. Central characters include Mark Elwood, a troubled merchant, and Gaut Gurley, whose dark influence drives the storyline into moral decay and the perils of gambling. The opening of the tale sets a tense atmosphere as Mark Elwood hosts a lavish gathering in an attempt to project an image of wealth and stability amidst his financial troubles. The evening is disrupted by the arrival of Gaut Gurley, whose presence unsettles Mark. This chapter introduces the dynamics of class, reputation, and personal failure, outlining Elwood's vulnerability to vice as he engages in a dangerous gambling pursuit with Gurley. In this way, the story establishes a conflict between Elwood's aspirations and his moral weaknesses, hinting at the dire consequences of his choices throughout the unfolding narrative. (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 |
Maine -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Frontier and pioneer life -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Trappers -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
7087 |
| Release Date |
Dec 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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