| Author |
Aimard, Gustave, 1818-1883 |
| Translator |
Piirinen, E., 1869-1949 |
| Uniform Title |
Les chasseurs d'abeilles. Finnish
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| Title |
Kivisydän: Seikkailuja kaukaisessa Lännessä
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 39.3 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Kivisydän: Seikkailuja kaukaisessa Lännessä" by Gustave Aimard is a novel written in the early 20th century. It appears to be an adventure tale set against the backdrop of the Far West in North America during a time when Native Americans roamed freely. The narrative hints at themes of conflict, survival, and the harsh realities of life on the frontier. The opening of the story introduces a mysterious rider navigating the vast plains near the Rio Vermejo, which is characterized by its rich and majestic landscapes. This man, dressed in typical Mexican hunting attire, is soon ambushed by an American assailant who mistakenly believes him to be dead. This encounter quickly escalates into a struggle, revealing that the rider is not only alive but possesses a formidable spirit. The characters engage in a dialogue steeped in tension, highlighting a culture of violence while also hinting at deeper motivations and backgrounds. The scene sets the stage for the adventure and conflict to come, as the rider's true identity and purpose unfold, promising a gripping exploration of life and danger in the untamed West. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Western stories
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| Subject |
Adventure stories
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| Subject |
French fiction -- Translations into Finnish
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
57831 |
| Release Date |
Sep 1, 2018 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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