Hardscrabble; or, the fall of Chicago: a tale of Indian warfare by Major Richardson
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| Author | Richardson, Major (John), 1796-1852 |
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| Title | Hardscrabble; or, the fall of Chicago: a tale of Indian warfare |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Hardscrabble; or, The Fall of Chicago: A Tale of Indian Warfare" by John Richardson is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. The story unfolds during the tensions surrounding the War of 1812, specifically focusing on the precarious life on the frontier where settlers interact with Native American tribes. The narrative introduces several characters, including Mr. Heywood, a landowner; Ephraim Giles, his servant; and the boy Wilton, hinting at the challenges they face from the encroaching threats of war and conflict. At the start of the novel, readers are placed in a rustic farmhouse near Chicago, where the characters engage in daily life. The narrative highlights their interactions, revealing dynamics of social class amidst the backdrop of impending danger. Mr. Heywood's unease grows as he learns about a group of Native Americans spotted nearby, leading to escalating tensions in the area. Meanwhile, the characters' concerns about their safety intensify as they recognize that their lives may depend on how they navigate this precarious relationship with the Native tribes. The opening sets a rich tone of suspense and establishes the profound themes of survival and the complexities of frontier life during a time of turmoil. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Indians of North America -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 5169 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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