Lumivuoren kotka : Kertomus Trappien elämästä by Paul Grundmann
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"Lumivuoren kotka: Kertomus Trappien elämästä" by Paul Grundmann is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story appears to be set in the 19th century and revolves around the lives of a trio of trappers in the wilds of Colorado. It explores themes of adventure, danger, and the struggles of life in the untamed wilderness, particularly focusing on the experiences of the main characters, Tom, a seasoned trapper, and his
young companion, Francois. The beginning of the novel introduces readers to a summer day in 1846 as Tom and his two trapping companions, Pedro and Francois, set up camp by the Rio de Puerco in Colorado. They are depicted preparing meals and discussing the perils of their location, which is known to be inhabited by the Apache tribe. Tom, the older and more experienced trapper, takes on a protective role towards Francois, who yearns for adventure despite his inexperience. The narrative builds suspense as they encounter the sights and sounds of the wilderness, including a chase involving a deer and wolves, which sets the stage for future conflicts with both wildlife and potential threats from Indigenous tribes. The camaraderie among the men is emphasized, alongside the dangers they must navigate in their pursuit of survival. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Grundmann, Paul |
|---|---|
| Translator | Hurmalainen, Ida |
| Title | Lumivuoren kotka : Kertomus Trappien elämästä |
| Original Publication | Hamina: Alfred Lagerbom, 1905. |
| Credits | Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 40.4 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Indians of North America -- Fiction |
| Subject | Colorado -- Fiction |
| Subject | Trappers -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 75141 |
| Release Date | Jan 29, 2025 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 199 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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