| Author |
Daunt, Achilles, 1882-1909 |
| Translator |
Nyman, Väinö, 1880-1947 |
| Uniform Title |
The three trappers. Finnish
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| Title |
Turkisten pyydystäjät: Jännittäviä metsästysseikkailuja salomailla
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| Original Publication |
Finland: Kust.Oy Kirja,1921.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 38.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Turkisten pyydystäjät: Jännittäviä metsästysseikkailuja salomailla" by Achilles Daunt is an adventurous narrative likely written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the thrilling lives of trappers in the untamed wilderness of North America, reflecting on both the danger and excitement of their pursuits. The main characters, including the seasoned Pierre and his younger companions Gaultier and Henri, embody the spirit of exploration and survival amidst the vast and perilous landscapes. The opening of the narrative introduces readers to the rugged beauty of the setting, as the young trappers set off on their journey through the wilderness. They navigate powerful rivers and dense forests, where the thrill of the hunt intertwines with the inherent dangers of the wild, including potential encounters with hostile indigenous tribes. The text vividly captures the camaraderie between the characters as they share meals, face natural challenges, and engage in exhilarating hunts. Notably, a serious incident occurs when Henri sustains a fatal injury during an encounter with Native Americans, prompting a somber reflection on loss and the stark realities of life on the frontier as the remaining trappers manage their grief while continuing their dangerous expedition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Canada -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Indians of North America -- Canada -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Trappers -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
67807 |
| Release Date |
Apr 10, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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