Winnetou, the Apache Knight by Marion Ames Taggart and Karl May
"Winnetou, the Apache Knight" by Marion Ames Taggart and Karl May is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Jack Hildreth, a young engineer who embarks on an adventure in the American West and becomes intertwined with the Apache people, particularly the renowned chief Winnetou. It explores themes of friendship, bravery, and cultural conflict while highlighting the struggles faced by Native Americans during this period of expansionand colonization. The opening of the novel introduces us to Jack Hildreth, a spirited young man eager for adventure, as he sets out to the wild West after being inspired by his uncle. He encounters Sam Hawkins, a seasoned scout who becomes his mentor and protector. The narrative quickly establishes Jack's desire to learn the ways of the West, and we witness his experiences with the vibrant landscapes and the dangers of the frontier. As Jack faces challenges, including encounters with hostile individuals, he begins to forge a bond with the Apache tribe, setting the stage for the deeper interactions and conflicts between cultures that will unfold throughout the story. The first chapters successfully draw readers into the adventurous yet tumultuous world of 19th-century America, laying the groundwork for Jack's growth and the friendships he forms along the way. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Taggart, Marion Ames, 1866-1945 |
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| Author | May, Karl, 1842-1912 |
| Title | Winnetou, the Apache Knight |
| Note | Reading ease score: 89.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by MFR, Barry Abrahamsen, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | West (U.S.) -- Description and travel -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Apache Indians -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Indians of North America -- Southwest, New -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 56823 |
| Release Date | Mar 23, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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