The Pioneers by R. M. Ballantyne
"The Pioneers" by R. M. Ballantyne is a historical adventure novel written in the late 19th century. The book explores the life and endeavors of the early explorers and fur traders in British North America, focusing on key figures such as Sir Alexander Mackenzie and the challenges they faced in navigating the wilderness. The narrative intertwines themes of exploration, survival, and the interaction between different cultures, particularly between the indigenous peoples andEuropean settlers. The opening of the novel sets the stage with a preface highlighting the significance of the exploration efforts of Sir Alexander Mackenzie, who was pivotal in charting Canadian territories. The first chapter introduces Reuben Guff, a rugged pioneer sentimentally devoted to exploring the Canadian wilderness, alongside his son, Lawrence, and their friend, Swiftarrow, a Native American. The three decide to embark on a journey northward, contemplating the risks and adventures that await them. As they venture into the vast, untamed wilderness, they encounter both the physical challenges of the land and the complexities of human relationships, particularly in the context of the indigenous tribes they meet along the way. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael), 1825-1894 |
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| Title | The Pioneers |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Bears -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Indians of North America -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Rocky Mountains -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Hunting -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Mackenzie, Alexander, Sir, 1763-1820 -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Pioneers -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 21691 |
| Release Date | Jun 6, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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