Left on the Prairie by Noel West
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| Author | West, Noel |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Pearce, A. |
| Title | Left on the Prairie |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Summary | "Left on the Prairie" by M. B. Cox (also known as Noel West) is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around a young boy named Jack Wilson, who emigrated from England to America with his parents and is left to fend for himself when they embark on a journey for his mother’s health. Jack's journey is fraught with trials as he navigates his loneliness, the harsh conditions of prairie life, and the neglect from his uncle while yearning to reunite with his parents. At the start of the narrative, we meet Jack, who has spent his early years in Longview, a desolate prairie village. The narrative explores his close bond with his mother, the struggles of their family, and the adversity they face when Jack's mother falls ill, prompting his parents to leave him behind. As Jack settles in with his aunt's family, he endures hardship under the harsh rule of his uncle and his new step-aunt. The opening chapters depict Jack's emotional turmoil, his determination to find his family, and the harsh reality of his life, setting the stage for a tale of resilience and adventure. His plight intensifies as he makes plans to escape and embark on a journey to reunite with his parents, highlighting his spirit and bravery. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Boys -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Cowboys -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Prairies -- United States -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 34003 |
| Release Date | Sep 26, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 68 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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