| Author |
Reid, Mayne, 1818-1883 |
| Title |
The Bandolero; Or, A Marriage among the Mountains
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 72.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
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| Summary |
"The Bandolero; Or, A Marriage among the Mountains" by Captain Mayne Reid is a historical novel written during the mid-19th century. It explores themes of love, conflict, and the cultural intricacies of colonial Mexico. The story begins with a military invasion in a city known for its complex social dynamics, focusing on the life of a soldier who becomes infatuated with a local woman amidst the turmoil. The opening of the book introduces us to La Puebla de los Angeles, a city rife with religious figures, societal tensions, and a stark contrast between its picturesque beauty and corrupt undercurrents. As a group of American soldiers enters the city, they face ambiguous reception from its inhabitants. Among them is the protagonist, who becomes captivated by Mercedes Villa-Senor, a woman who seems to embody both beauty and intrigue. However, the soldier's attention is met with unexpected rivalry and danger, as local dynamics shift and the socio-political atmosphere grows hostile. The narrative sets the stage for an exploration of romance against a backdrop of war and moral complexities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Mexico -- History -- 19th century -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
35197 |
| Release Date |
Feb 7, 2011 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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