The Stampeder by Samuel Alexander White
"The Stampeder" by S. A. White is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds with Rex Britton, the protagonist, who finds himself amidst a dramatic maritime accident in the Algerian harbor, where his steam-yacht collides with a coasting vessel. The narrative gives the impression of a thrilling adventure that intertwines elements of heroism, romance, and the harsh realities of the world at sea. At the start of thestory, tension mounts as Britton's yacht is rammed while anchored, leading to chaos aboard the coasting vessel. Amid the panic, Britton takes immediate action to rescue people, showcasing his courage and decisiveness in a life-threatening situation. The opening reveals his character through his interactions, particularly when he risks his safety to save a woman amidst the turmoil and injury. This dramatic introduction sets the stage for the adventures to come, establishing themes of chivalry and the emergent romantic tension with the woman he rescues, Maud Morris, hinting at a complicated future as the story unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Creator | White, Samuel Alexander, 1885-1956 |
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| Title | The Stampeder |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Gold mines and mining -- Yukon -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40017 |
| Release Date | Jun 17, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 130 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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